Remote Human Resources Specialist Jobs in State College borough, Pennsylvania

• *Job Title:** Remote Human Resources Specialist

• *Location:

Remote — based in

State College borough, Pennsylvania** ---

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive, people‑focused Remote Human Resources Specialist to join our growing People Operations team. In this role, you will partner directly with our HR Manager and senior leadership to design, implement, and continuously improve talent acquisition, employee onboarding, and HR coordination processes that enable our fast‑moving, fully remote organization to attract, retain, and develop top talent. Reporting to the HR Manager, you will act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers across the company, championing best‑in‑class HR practices while ensuring compliance with Pennsylvania employment regulations. Our mission is simple: empower every employee in State College borough and beyond to thrive, and you will be instrumental in turning that vision into everyday reality. --- Key Responsibilities -

Talent Acquisition:

Own end‑to‑end recruiting for non‑technical and technical roles, managing job postings on LinkedIn, Indeed, and niche platforms; partner with hiring managers to define role profiles and interview scorecards. -

Candidate Experience:

Design and execute a seamless candidate journey, leveraging

Greenhouse

and

Lever

to track applicants, schedule interviews via

Zoom

, and deliver timely feedback. -

Onboarding:

Build and deliver a 90‑day onboarding roadmap using

BambooHR

and

Workday

, coordinating with IT to provision laptops, software licenses, and remote access for new hires in State College borough and other locations. -

HRIS Management:

Maintain accurate employee records, benefits enrollment, and payroll data in

ADP

and

Workday

, ensuring compliance with Pennsylvania labor laws and data security standards. -

Employee Relations:

Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries, resolve conflicts, and conduct investigations in partnership with the HR Manager, documenting outcomes in

HRIS

. -

Policy Development:

Draft, update, and communicate HR policies (remote work, PTO, health & safety) tailored to Pennsylvania regulations; conduct quarterly policy reviews with senior leadership. -

Metrics & Reporting:

Compile monthly HR dashboards in

Google Data Studio

and

Microsoft Power BI

, tracking turnover, time‑to‑fill, and employee engagement scores, presenting insights to the People Ops leadership team. -

Learning & Development:

Coordinate internal training programs using

LMS (Cornerstone)

, schedule virtual workshops via

Microsoft Teams

, and track completion rates across the organization. -

Compliance & Audits:

Prepare and support internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation (I‑9, E‑Verify, tax forms) is complete and stored securely in

Google Drive

. -

Collaboration:

Work cross‑functionally with Finance, Legal, and IT to streamline HR workflows, participating in weekly sync meetings and quarterly strategic planning sessions. --- Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

or

equivalent practical experience. -

3–5 years

of professional experience as an HR Specialist, HR Coordinator, or recruiter within a remote or hybrid environment. - Proven expertise with

HRIS platforms

such as

Workday

,

BambooHR

, or

ADP

(minimum 2 years). - Hands‑on experience using

Applicant Tracking Systems

(ATS) like

Greenhouse

or

Lever

for full‑cycle recruiting. - Strong knowledge of

Pennsylvania employment law

, wage & hour rules, and remote work compliance. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to craft clear policy documents and engaging candidate communications. - Demonstrated proficiency with collaboration tools:

Slack

,

Zoom

,

Microsoft Teams

,

Asana

, and

Google Workspace

. - High degree of organizational acumen: ability to manage multiple requisitions, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines (e.g.,

85%

of hiring processes completed within

30 days

). --- Preferred Qualifications - HR certification (e.g.,

SHRM‑CP

,

PHR

, or

SPHR

). - Experience supporting a

500‑+ employee

organization with a distributed workforce. - Background in

people operations

strategy, including diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. - Familiarity with

Compensation & Benefits

software such as

PayScale

or

Zenefits

. - Advanced analytics skills using

Power BI

,

Tableau

, or

Google Data Studio

. - Demonstrated leadership by mentoring junior HR staff or leading cross‑functional projects. --- Compensation & Benefits -

Salary Range:

$68,000–$82,000 annually

, commensurate with experience and certifications. - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents. -

401(k)

plan with company match up to

4%

of salary. - Paid time off (PTO) –

20 days

per year, plus

10 paid holidays

. - Remote work stipend (

$150/month

) for home‑office equipment, high‑speed internet, and coworking space access in State College borough if desired. - Professional development budget of

$2,000

per year for conferences, courses, or certifications. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives (virtual yoga, meditation subscriptions). --- Work Setup -

Time Zones:

Primarily

Eastern Time (ET)

, but we welcome candidates throughout the United States as long as core hours overlap. -

Core Hours:

10 AM–3 PM ET

(must be available for real‑time collaboration). -

Meeting Cadence:

Daily stand‑ups (15 min) on

Slack

, weekly team sync (60 min) via

Zoom

, bi‑weekly one‑on‑ones with your manager, and quarterly all‑hands. -

Equipment:

Reliable laptop (Mac or Windows) and high‑speed internet (minimum

25 Mbps

download). We provide a stipend for a monitor, ergonomic chair, and headset. -

Platforms:

Slack

for instant messaging,

Zoom

for video conferencing,

Asana

for task tracking,

Workday

for HRIS,

Greenhouse

for ATS,

Google Workspace

for documentation, and

Microsoft Teams

for cross‑team collaboration. --- Growth & Development -

Career Path:

Opportunity to advance to

HR Manager

,

People Operations Lead

, or

Talent Acquisition Lead

within 2–3 years based on performance. -

Learning Budget:

Annual allocation of

$2,000

for external courses, certifications (e.g., SHRM‑CP), or conferences (HR Tech, SHRM Annual). -

Mentoring:

Pairing with a senior HR peer for quarterly coaching sessions and knowledge sharing. -

Performance Cycles:

Bi‑annual performance reviews with clear competency frameworks, goal‑setting, and salary calibration. -

Project Ownership:

Lead high‑impact initiatives such as a new employee referral program, diversity hiring strategy, or HR technology implementation. ---

How to Apply

Please submit the following to our HR portal (link sent after application): 1. Updated resume highlighting relevant HR experience and tools. 2. A brief cover letter (250‑300 words) describing why you are excited about joining a remote team based in

State College borough, Pennsylvania

and how your background aligns with the key responsibilities. 3. Optional: A portfolio or case study of a recruiting or onboarding project you led (PDF or link).

• *Timeline:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Initial screening calls occur within

7 business days** of receipt. The interview process consists of: -

Stage 1:

30‑minute recruiter screen (phone). -

Stage 2:

Skills assessment (scenario‑based HR case study) –

2 hours

to complete within

5 days

. -

Stage 3:

Virtual panel interview (45 minutes) with HR Manager and senior hiring manager. -

Stage 4:

Final culture fit interview (30 minutes) with a member of the People Operations leadership team. We aim to extend an offer within

14 days

of the final interview, pending reference checks. We are an

Equal Opportunity Employer

. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. ---

• Ready to shape the future of people operations for a fully remote organization while staying connected to the vibrant community of

State College borough, Pennsylvania

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