Human Resources Specialist

Job description

HR Specialist – Talent & Workforce Development
Traverse City, Michigan | Full-Time, On-Site
Are you passionate about helping people grow, building a positive workplace culture, and supporting meaningful work in your community? If so, Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. (NMHSI) may be the place for you!
For more than 50 years, NMHSI—a nonprofit community health center—has served communities across Northwest Michigan. We are seeking a motivated and organized HR Specialist – Talent & Workforce Development to join our Human Resources team at our Traverse City location. This is an on-site position that requires regular in-person attendance in Traverse City, Michigan, as well as travel between NMHSI locations as needed.
About the Role
As an HR Specialist – Talent & Workforce Development, you will play an important role in attracting, onboarding, and developing the people who make our mission possible. Working closely with the Director of Human Resources and leaders across the organization, you will coordinate recruitment, facilitate new hire onboarding, manage compliance training, and support employee engagement and professional development initiatives.
This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with people, staying organized, coordinating projects, and helping create a positive employee experience from recruitment through ongoing development.
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Key Responsibilities
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interview scheduling, reference and background checks, and employment offers
• Facilitate onboarding for new hires, interns, students, and volunteers while ensuring required documentation and pre-employment requirements are completed
• Partner with department leaders to support new employee integration and maintain role-specific training materials and checklists
• Conduct new hire check-ins and communicate feedback to leadership
• Administer compliance training programs, maintain training records, and prepare reports to support organizational and regulatory requirements
• Identify training needs and support career development and professional growth opportunities
• Coordinate employee recognition programs, wellness initiatives, and engagement surveys
• Support employee retention, workplace culture, and employee experience initiatives
• Assist with HR projects, workforce reporting, and maintaining confidential employee records

What We're Looking For
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Human Resources, training, onboarding, or a related area
• Experience with employee training, onboarding, or development programs preferred
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently, collaborate across departments, and travel between NMHSI locations as needed

Why Join NMHSI?
As a full-time team member, you become eligible for an excellent benefits package just 30 days after employment, including:
Health & Insurance Benefits
• Medical benefits through BCBS of Michigan or BCN
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Employer-sponsored group term life insurance
• Employer-sponsored short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (available immediately)
• Voluntary life insurance options

Paid Time & Work–Life Balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Benefits
• 401(k) with Roth option and employer match

Join Our Mission-Driven Team
If you enjoy supporting people, strengthening workplace culture, and helping employees succeed, we'd love to hear from you! Join a collaborative team where your work helps support the people who provide care to our communities every day.
Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.