Description

The HR Specialist is primarily responsible for full-cycle recruitment and hiring activities, including candidate sourcing, employment offers, pre-employment screening, and onboarding.  This position partners closely with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, develop recruiting strategies, and attract qualified candidates while delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

In addition to recruiting responsibilities, the HR Specialist supports personnel transactions, record management, and HR compliance activities. This position serves as a trusted resource to managers and employees by providing guidance on recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and employment practices while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws.

Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

This position is based in Anchorage, Alaska.

Hybrid schedule available: 3 days in office and 2 days remote. 

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of administrative, customer service, office support, recruiting, human resources, or related professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Must be able to pass the company’s pre-employment process including a criminal background check, drug test, and basic physical.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience utilizing applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and electronic personnel record systems.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and related employment practices.
• Professional Human Resources certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar).
• Experience supporting multi-site or geographically dispersed workforces.
• Experience facilitating onboarding or employee orientation programs.

BENEFITS - Starting Day 1!

Eligible employees may participate in health, retirement, insurance, and other company-sponsored benefit programs in accordance with applicable plan documents and company policies.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Denali Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer