Job Description

We are looking for an HR Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, tight-knit environment and isn't afraid to tackle multiple challenges in their day! In this role, you will be the talent acquisition driver while working with our team to ensure the administrative foundation remains on track. We are seeking a self-starter who can take strategic vision and proactively create solutions!

Who Are We? The Dominion Difference!

Dominion was started with the idea that every project is an opportunity for stewardship and impact. From the outset, our aim was to build for the long-term, not just for us, but for everyone involved. From development, to management, to our organization and team culture, we work to be good stewards of the relationships and resources we have. To work with a heart of service and pursue excellence in every facet of our work. Under the umbrella of Dominion, our fingerprint touches every aspect of development and management from construction and rehab to in-house property management. We believe our vertically integrated model not only gives us an advantage as a company but also operates as our superpower in serving our residents, communities, and partners. As a result, we have become a rapidly rising and growing firm, with a $1.5b portfolio covering 25+ markets throughout the southeastern US.

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We offer Lucrative and Exciting Benefits:

• Health Insurance, including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Telephone Doctor 24/7
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Time and a Half on Holidays
• Direct Deposit
• Employee Referral Program
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Chaplain Support
• Sponsored Mission Trips-$1000 allowance and up to a week of paid time off
• Marriage Retreat-Weekend Retreat Paid in Full
• Professional Counseling-Free and Discounted Sessions Offered Annually
• Identity Theft Protection and Credit Monitoring

Summary of Responsibility:

The HR Specialist supports the Human Resources department by efficiently managing a variety of administrative and operational tasks. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth execution of HR processes, maintaining employee records, and fostering positive employee relations. The HR Specialist will handle sensitive information with confidentiality and assist in implementing HR initiatives across recruitment, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement.

Essential Duties:

• Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and screening candidates to conducting initial interviews and connecting great candidates with the hiring team leads.
• Own the new hire experience. You’ll lead new hire orientations, ensure all paperwork is compliant, and make sure every new hire feels like they are a crucial part of Dominion from day one.
• Support benefits coordination for all employees including assisting employees with benefits questions and concerns.
• Maintain employee records, manage HRIS data entry, and support general office administrative tasks to keep the department running smoothly.
• Bring creativity to identify gaps in our current workflows and implement solutions to fix them.
• Support the biweekly payroll process to ensure accuracy; interface with employees and supervisors to ensure timely entries and approvals.
• Remain up to date on HR compliance requirements, assisting HR leaders in ensuring that HR policies and procedures align with state and federal laws, as well as Dominion standards.
• Assist in the administration of various other HR responsibilities including: leave administration, reporting needs, learning and development, invoicing, and general employee questions.

Cultural Leadership:

• Models and spearheads the Vision, Mission, and Values of Dominion.
• Be hospitable, cooperative, tactful and effective when communicating and interacting with team members, vendors, visitors, volunteers, and the general public
• Work independently, make decisions when circumstances warrant such action and act with personal integrity in all situations
• Must be willing to accept changes of direction in work and priorities with a positive attitude.

Education, Experience, Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
• 3-5 years of previous experience in an administrative or HR support role, preferably within an HR department.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and best practices.
• Understanding of diverse sourcing strategies, including use of LinkedIn, Indeed, or similar platforms.
• Intermediate to advanced level knowledge with MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel (including Excel functions), and Adobe Acrobat/Foxit.
• Familiarity with HRIS and Applicant Tracking systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage confidential information discreetly.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Must ensure follow-up in communication and actions to maintain integrity of HR as a resource for employees.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions/Environment:

• Normal office duties, filing and storage of records.
• Occasionally required to climb, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Capable of pushing, pulling or lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Capable of travel time for site visits and meetings as needed to build relationships with field team members (10% or less). 
• Must be legally able to operate a motor vehicle, possess valid driver’s license and auto insurance, and meet company driving requirements.
• Additional physical demands include: being outside/walking across property in various weather conditions, on feet for an extended period of time, walking up and down stairs, climbing ladder.

Application Process : A review of all applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Human Resources will conduct an initial video interview with candidates selected to move forward. Successful candidates will progress through cognitive testing and two interviews (at least one being in person). This process is thorough yet progresses quickly for the candidate.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or executive search firms.

EEO Principles

The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity as well as compliance with the law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and to make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other legally protected status or characteristic in the state in which a team member is employed by the Company. This policy applies to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, disciplinary action, termination, and all other personnel actions and conditions of employment.

The Company’s personnel policies and actions seek to ensure that no discriminatory practice exists. The Company also makes its recruiting sources aware of this policy and will terminate relationships with any organization that refuses to subscribe to the same principles. By this policy, the Company wishes to ensure that all team members have the opportunity to maximize their contribution to the Company and to their own career goals. The intention behind this policy is to provide equal employment opportunities that will simultaneously serve the requirements of society, the law, sound business practices, and individual dignity.

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