Human Resources Specialist

About the Role

Join Grady Health System and be a part of a long-standing legacy dedicated to serving communities with commitment and care. As a Human Resources Specialist, you will play a vital role supporting assigned business units by ensuring the precise and prompt implementation of essential HR processes in line with organizational policies. Working closely with HR Consultants and Directors, you will help foster a positive, consistent employee experience system-wide.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify employment status to support recruitment efforts including internal transfers and rehires.
• Assist the Talent Acquisition team with onboarding tasks such as participation in Organizational Orientation programs.
• Handle employee lifecycle updates including promotions, transfers, compensation changes, and employment status adjustments within HR systems.
• Oversee offboarding by approving terminations and completing relevant actions on time.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity within HRIS to comply with reporting and regulatory standards.
• Manage leave of absence communications and escalate issues to HR Consultants when needed.
• Ensure all disability-related documentation is completed promptly.
• Monitor and track workers’ compensation claims, maintaining records and escalating as appropriate.
• Support responses to unemployment claims and hearings alongside HR Consultants.
• Assist with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) processes, new hire onboarding documents, and reviewing religious exemption requests.
• Participate in various HR programs, initiatives, and special projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications and Experience

• Preferred: Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resources Management.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in HR functions.

Core Competencies

• Commitment to patient-centered care ensuring compassionate, safe, and quality service.
• Strong integrity and accountability; ethical conduct and confidentiality.
• Effective collaboration and teamwork across departments.
• Clear, respectful, and effective communication.
• Promotion of respect, inclusion, and diversity.
• Focus on quality and safety standards adherence.
• Adaptability and resilience when facing change or pressure.
• Continuous focus on improvement, innovation, and learning.
• Leadership qualities demonstrating professionalism and fairness.
• Focus on enhancing the overall employee experience.

Benefits and Total Rewards

• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits.
• Financial security options such as retirement plans with employer contributions, life and disability insurance.
• Work-life balance supports with paid time off, holidays, and family leave.
• Opportunities for professional growth through tuition reimbursement and development programs.
• Employee support programs including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts.

Why Work at Grady?

Grady Health System has served Atlanta and surrounding communities for over 125 years. Our culture values excellence, compassion, innovation, and teamwork. Each role contributes meaningfully to our mission of health equity and exceptional care. We offer a workplace where your contributions are valued and your career can thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Grady Health System is committed to equal opportunity employment that respects diversity without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We provide accessible environments and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal opportunities for success.