HR and Community Engagement Specialist

What we are looking for in an exceptional HR & Community Engagement Specialist

• Batchelor's Degree in HR, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. 
• Proven experience as an HR or community engagement specialist, or a similar role
  • Previous work at a credit union is preferred 
• Technical proficiency in all Microsoft 360 products (Word, Power Point, OneNote, etc.) is required and essential to daily responsibilities. 
  • Proficiencies also include Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint
• Strong understanding of the recruitment processes and best practices
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to articulate clear updates in a fast paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect effectively with internal staff members and the communities we serve. 
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic HR partner to multiple senior executives
• Actively engage business leaders to plan and execute effective business strategies that align with N.E.W.'s mission statement, vision statement, and core values.
• Leverage deep understanding of the business to translate and drive clear business-focused talent, engagement and organizational strategies that achieve business outcomes.
• Facilitate change initiatives with a focus on culture, inclusion, leadership capabilities and engagement. 
• Forge strong relationships with all internal staff including management and board members. 

Job Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities - HR Recruiting Process

• Source potential candidates using diverse channels such as job boards, social media, professional networks, and events. 
• Post job advertisements on multiple platforms including job boards, social media, and our company website.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process 
• Uphold and advocate for N.E.W. by only hiring staff members that align with our mission statement, vision statement, and our core values. 
• Plan, coordinate, and execute career fairs, networking events, and other recruiting activities. 
• Identify and propose improvements to streamline the recruitment process
• Exercise professional discretion in handling sensitive recruitment matters and making hiring recommendations. 
• Initiate onboarding and follow up with managers to ensure compliance with the entire onboarding process. 

Job Responsibilities - HR

• Demonstrates an inclusive leadership style with an emphasis on results and developing high performing team members
• Experience working with multiple branches or locations within a business
• Experience leading transformation and change initiatives 
• Proven track record of influencing, leading and facilitating large scale strategic initiatives with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills, including strong presentation skills, across levels, with the ability to build alignment, enthusiasm, and commitment
• Goal-oriented, proactive, accountable and passionate about driving results. 
• Strong team leadership expertise in coaching and developing others toward future professional growth and learning
• Strong understanding of the credit union difference is preferred

Job Responsibilities - Community Engagement 

• Manage communication channels and ensure clear information flow between stakeholders
• Stay up to date on product updates and features relevant to the audience
• Serve as the secondary point of contact and communications liaison for the Marketing & PR Department
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of all PR and community engagement activities