Human Resources and Safety Specialist

At Goodwill, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. The HR & Safety Specialist supports our team members by strengthening both our human resources operations and our commitment to a safe workplace. This role is instrumental in guiding people through every stage of their employment — from first interview to first day and beyond — while helping build and maintain the safety programs that protect our team members, our persons served, and our locations across Wayne and Holmes Counties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide general administrative support to the HR team, including filing, scanning, copying, and preparing and organizing HR documents.
• Post open positions on job boards and internal systems.
• Schedule, coordinate, and communicate with candidates, creating offers of employment, and coordinating post-offer screenings.
• Assist with new-hire paperwork, I-9 verification, and onboarding tasks as necessary, including performing orientation as back-up.
• Manage employee life cycle including new hire entries, change of statuses, and terminations in all required systems.
• Maintain personnel files and records in compliance with policy and legal requirements.
• Complete verifications of employment as required.
• Work in conjunction with the HR Director to develop and maintain the Safety Program.
• Conduct internal safety audits and coordinate external safety inspections.
• Conduct incident investigations and report trends to the leadership team.
• Conduct safety team meetings and activities.
• Attend monthly Wooster Safety Council meetings.
• Maintain HR and Safety bulletin boards.
• Mail distribution, supply ordering, and maintaining HR workspaces and areas.
• Assist with Benefits administration, including open enrollment and employee support.
• Assist with HR projects and other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior clerical, administrative, or customer-service experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift 20lbs and sit for extended periods of time.
• Flexibility – may require an occasional evening or weekend.
• License Check: valid driver's license and proof of insurability or can provide transportation.
• Background Checks: Offer of employment contingent upon background check.
• Drug and Alcohol Screen: Must pass a drug and alcohol screen prior to employment.

Preferred

• Experience in HR, safety, administrative office roles, or a related field.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems or applicant tracking systems.
• Understanding of basic HR practices and employment laws.

Key Competencies

• Customer Service Orientation
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy
• Confidentiality & Integrity
• Organization & Time Management
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Professionalism

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with occasional travel to other locations, if applicable.
• May require flexibility during peak HR periods (onboarding cycles, open enrollment, etc.).

Pay Rate: $18.00 / hour

Why Join Goodwill?

When you join Goodwill, you become part of a team dedicated to building stronger communities through the power of work. In this role, you'll help bring new people onto our team and keep every location a place where they can do their best work safely — making a lasting impact on both our organization and the people we serve.

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