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About La Nube:

La Nube STEAM Discovery Center is a dynamic and inclusive organization dedicated to inspiring young minds through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). We foster creativity, curiosity, and lifelong learning in a supportive and engaging environment. Our team is passionate about making STEAM education accessible to all children, empowering them to become the innovators of tomorrow.

About the Role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, trustworthy, and detail-oriented Human Resources Services Specialist to support our HR team in ensuring a positive and efficient work environment for our dedicated team. This entry-level position will provide administrative and operational support in various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a passion for people-focused work, and a commitment to our mission.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of this job.

This job is for you if you are/have…:

• An associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field; or two years of relevant work experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on professionalism and confidentiality.
• The ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with HR software, experience with Paylocity is a plus.
• A passion for working in a non-profit/start-up environment and commitment to the mission of STEAM education.
• A willingness to learn basic HR principles, employment laws, and best practices.
• The ability to communicate verbally and in writing, writing in the Spanish language is a plus.

Minumum Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

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Responsibilities & Duties:

• Assist with the recruitment process, including posting job openings, screening applications, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
• Support the onboarding process by preparing new hire documents, conducting orientation sessions, and ensuring a smooth transition for new employees.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including personnel files, benefits documentation, and compliance tracking.
• Assist in coordinating training and professional development opportunities for the team.
• Assist in scheduling appointments with employees.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and state/federal regulations. Assist in scheduling appointments with employees.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, such as wellness programs, team-building activities, and staff appreciation efforts.
• Address general HR inquiries from employees and outside sources, providing timely and professional assistance, escalating to management, as necessary.
• Assist in processing payroll and benefits administration tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with various departments to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Perform other HR-related administrative duties as assigned.

This position may be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement for confidentiality of employee records.

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Physical Requirements/Occupational Hazard

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods for up to 8 hours and must have good communication skills (i.e., communicate clearly and effectively in both written and spoken English).  Must be able to see well and able to read fine print. 

Must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 25 pounds – maintaining the museum and interacting with guests may require: standing, walking, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, kneeling, playing, stooping, bending, and crawling as well as carrying and/or lifting materials over short distances. May require sitting for extended periods of time. May require keyboarding, using standard office equipment, filing, and working with computers for extended periods of time.

How To Apply

If you would like to join the La Nube team, please submit your application through the Paylocity button below.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

This job description should not be construed to imply these requirements are the only duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job. Incumbents may be required to follow any additional related instructions, acquire related job skills, and perform other related work as required. This job description may be updated as needed.

La Nube is an equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, which includes providing equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.