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Human Resources Specialist

Rural Psychiatry Associates, Grand Forks, ND, United States


Rural Psychiatry Associates is seeking a

Human Resources Specialist

to join our growing HR team and play a critical role in maintaining consistency and compliance across the organization. The HR Specialist will be primarily responsible for developing, maintaining, and enforcing policies and procedures, while also serving as a reliable backup across all other HR functions.

Overview Location: Grand Forks, ND office. The HR Specialist role supports employees by ensuring policies are applied consistently and organizational standards are upheld. You will act as the foundation for HR compliance while serving as a cross-trained backup in recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll, and employee engagement.

Role Overview

Location: Grand Forks, ND office

Policy & Procedure Focus: Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency, compliance, and fairness

Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to labor laws, licensing requirements, training deadlines, and organizational standards

Backup Support: Serve as a backup for recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, and employee engagement functions

Employee & Supervisor Support: Provide guidance and education on policy interpretation and ensure accountability

Key Responsibilities

Draft, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures across all departments

Educate and support managers and employees in understanding and applying policies

Monitor compliance with federal, state, and internal HR regulations

Investigate policy violations and assist in disciplinary processes as needed

Maintain accurate and confidential HR records, personnel files, and compliance data

Serve as backup for recruitment and onboarding processes (postings, interviews, verifications, orientation materials)

Payroll processing and reporting support

Benefits administration (enrollments, terminations, changes, and open enrollment)

Employee engagement and recognition initiatives

Assist with HR projects, reporting, and organizational initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) strongly preferred.

Experience: Prior HR experience with policy development, compliance, or employee relations preferred.

Skills:

Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance requirements

Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems

What We Offer

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off (accrual based on hours worked)

Paid Holidays

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