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Job Title: Head Start HR Representative

Position Summary

The HR Representative provides day-to-day human resources support for Head Start program employees under PCCEO, Inc. This position focuses on routine HR functions, employee support, onboarding, and administrative HR processes. The role works closely with and reports to the HR Consultant, who oversees strategic HR decisions and compliance.

This is an entry-level, hands-on generalist role requiring strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple HR processes efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Support

Serve as the primary HR contact for Head Start employees for routine

HR inquiries

Provide excellent customer service and timely responses to employee

needs

Assist with interpreting and communicating HR policies and

procedures

Maintain employee records and ensure accurate documentation

Onboarding & Recruiting Support

Coordinate and facilitate onboarding processes for new hires

Prepare and manage new hire paperwork using DocuSign and internal

systems

Ensure all pre-employment requirements are completed (background

checks, documentation, etc.)

Assist with job postings and applicant tracking as needed

HR Administration

Maintain HR files and ensure compliance with recordkeeping

requirements

Support benefits administration by assisting employees with

enrollment and questions

Process personnel changes (hires, terminations, status updates)

Generate reports and maintain HR data using Microsoft Office tools

Payroll & Systems Support

Assist HS Director with payroll and timekeeping functions through

ADP

Ensure employee data in ADP is accurate and up to date

Compliance & General HR Duties

Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and employment

regulations

Assist the HR Consultant with audits, reporting, and special

projects

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information at all

times

Works closely with Head Start leadership and staff

Qualifications

Required

Minimum 3 years of HR experience (generalist or multi-functional

HR role preferred)

Experience with ADP payroll systems

Proficiency with DocuSign and Microsoft Office Suite

(Outlook, Word, Excel)

Strong customer service and communication skills

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Preferred

Associates in business administration, or related field

Experience working in a **Head Start program or nonprofit

environment** is a plus

Key Competencies

Customer-focused mindset

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Time management and ability to prioritize tasks

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

PCCEO, Inc

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