Human Resources Specialist (On-Site)

Location: 2 The Credit Union Way, Fairmont, WV 26554

This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, 37 Hours Per Week

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Starting Pay: From $18.50 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Period: We're currently accepting applications for this position from 06/12/2026- 06/18/2026. To be considered for this opening, submit your fully completed application within this timeframe.

About the Role

The Human Resources Specialist is a foundational member of the HR team, supporting day-to-day HR operations and a broad range of HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefit administration, employee support, leave and workplace accommodation administration, and HR compliance. This role works closely with employees and leaders across the organization to help provide responsive, professional and people-focused HR support.

This position is ideal for someone who is committed to helping others succeed, enjoys a varied and engaging workload, can effectively manage multiple priorities, and values accuracy, organization and collaboration. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail oriented, solution-minded and able to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the talent acquisition process, including recruitment, interviewing, and new employee orientation, ensuring all hiring processes are effective and legally compliant.
• Maintain and process the organization’s payroll functions, ensuring that pay is processed on time, accurately and in compliance with government regulations.
• Assist with maintaining benefit programs, including consulting with and advising employees, maintaining benefit records and documents, and assist with maintaining and distributing plan documents and employee communications.
• Assist with administering all leave of absence and workplace accommodation requests.
• Maintain and update personnel records and employee files, ensuring records are complete and in compliance with company policies and all applicable legal requirements.
• Provide confidential support to staff on counseling in the interpretation and application of human resources policies and procedures. Assist in the resolution of employee requests, complaints and problems, courteously and professionally.
• Assist with creating activities and programs designed to enhance employee engagement. Assist with planning and executing special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, compensation and benefits, talent management and employment law. Maintain compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be legally eligible for employment in the United States.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have obtained a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be available to work a schedule based on operating hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year to three years of similar or related experience. Direct Human Resources experience preferred.
• (1) A two-year college degree, or (2) completion of a specialized certification or licensing, or (3) completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, or (4) job-specific skills acquired through an apprenticeship program. Human Resources education or certification preferred.
• A generalist background in personnel administration, compensation, benefits, payroll, and employee relations. Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Professional, well-developed verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize tasks. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of PC and spreadsheet software. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Work is typically sedentary but, may require walking up to 3 percent of the time, prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Lifting up to 10 pounds is occasionally required.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include but are not limited to close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits: A Few Ways We Invest In You!

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday Time
• Comprehensive benefits package; medical, dental, vision insurance, plus more great benefits to support your life and well-being
• Career development and on-the-job training
• Supportive, people-focused work culture

About Us: Yes, there is a place where you truly matter. That place is Fairmont Federal Credit Union, where every employee realizes their true growth potential. Since 1939, Fairmont Federal Credit Union's success has been built on delivering the diverse financial solutions our members demand and the highly personalized, individually rewarding experiences they deserve. As part of our commitment to make every experience personal, because it's all about you, we make our services as convenient as possible to our members.

Fairmont Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify. Fairmont Federal Credit Union reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need and/or an individual's qualifications.

If you need assistance in seeking a job opportunity at Fairmont Federal Credit Union, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 304-363-5320 or contact us online.

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