Human Resources Coordinator
3 weeks ago
Practical Farmers of Iowa is Hiring a Human Resources Coordinator
About PFI
Practical Farmers of Iowa is a nonprofit organization that has worked to equip farmers to build resilient farms and communities since 1985. We create learning opportunities via farmer-led events, on-farm research and educational content through our robust network of farmers. We also provide funding and technical assistance to help farmers adopt regenerative farming practices and grow farm businesses. Our vision is an Iowa with healthy soil, healthy food, clean air, clean water, resilient farms and vibrant communities.
This work has always been rooted in our value of welcoming everyone and creating a culture of mutual respect. We believe that a diversity of people, ideas and perspectives strengthens our ability to find creative solutions, enriches our understanding and broadens our impact. At Practical Farmers, we celebrate this diversity and are committed to ensuring that our policies and practices create an equitable and inclusive workplace. We take equal opportunity seriously and seek to empower and support all applicants and teammates.
Practical Farmers offers a flexible, supportive and fast-paced work environment. Professional development is a core part of our culture and team members are encouraged to take independent initiative to help fulfill our mission.
About the Position
As a member of the human resources team, you’ll provide support and guidance to our talented and hardworking staff, and to the organization as a whole, to ensure that Practical Farmers of Iowa is providing a safe, welcoming work environment while remaining compliant and ethical.
In this position, you will play a key role in helping PFI attract qualified applicants, supporting new staff members and fostering a culture of care for employees. You will serve as a vital link between PFI and prospective employees. In partnership with the senior human resources manager, you will also coordinate a range of human resources projects. If you are compassionate, attentive and care about creating a cohesive, responsive work culture, this position is for you.
Duties
- Coordinate recruiting, onboarding, benefits and employee recognition projects, including:
-Posting jobs to various job boards
-Evaluating job applicants based on required qualifications
-Scheduling and conducting interviews
-Corresponding with applicants and hiring team through our applicant tracking system
-Preparing and implementing onboarding checklists and tasks
-Creating and launching events and surveys in PFI’s human resources information system
-Coordinating with benefit providers and employees to ensure accurate benefits administration
-Developing and maintaining employee recognition program
-Helping with planning for professional development events
-Administrative projects relating to file organization and clean-up
- Support the crafting and editing of job descriptions and other hiring and onboarding documents across the organization
- Provide guidance and technical assistance across the organization on human resources-related questions and platforms
- Prepare and organize materials or information for human resources-related projects
- Procure and maintain supplies related to onboarding and offboarding
- Other duties as assigned or volunteered to support the human resources department or team projects
Required Qualifications and Characteristics
- Experience in a human resources-related role
- Minimum of two years of professional work experience in an office setting
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Proficient in various technology (Microsoft products and basic troubleshooting)
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Basic math skills
- Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
- Ability to collaborate across departments and teams
- Able to give and receive constructive feedback
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to proactively solve problems
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to organize work, set goals and adhere to deadlines
Desired Qualifications and Characteristics
- Knowledge of employment law and regulations
- Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion best practices in human resources
- Experience with human resources-related compliance
- Three to five years of professional experience in a human resources field
- Previous experience with Paylocity or similar human resources information system or applicant tracking system
Compensation
This is a full-time position based in our Ames, Iowa, office with a minimum of two days per week in the office. The salary range for this position is $46,500 to $50,000 with annual opportunities for merit salary increases.
Benefits
PFI values its employees and has a flexible and supportive work environment. We offer employees a competitive benefits package that includes employee health insurance with 100% employer-paid premium, generous paid time off, flexible hours, six weeks of fully paid parental leave and 4% automatic 401k contribution after one year of employment.
We also encourage employee professional development and offer a range of specialty benefits employees can use to support their wellness, sustainability and financial goals. Examples of our specialty benefits include contributions towards spouse and dependent health insurance, stipends for remote workers and reimbursements for fitness costs, CSA subscriptions, student loans or eco-friendly purchases. Practical Farmers is a family-friendly employer.
How to Apply
Please apply by clicking the “apply” button and include contact information, cover letter, resume and references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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