Environmental Compliance Specialist jobs in Asheville, NC

Description

ABOUT US  

At the YMCA of Western North Carolina, we look for individuals passionate about giving back to the community and helping people. We bring our mission and core values to life through our culture: We are welcoming: by being open to all. We are genuine: by valuing you and embracing your individuality. We are hopeful: by believing in you and your potential. We are nurturing: by supporting you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

The YMCA of WNC is committed to strengthening the foundations of community through programming that supports youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our programs nurture the greatness in every child, promote well-being throughout the community, and give back to our neighbors in need.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Hiring and Compliance Specialist oversees multi-site hiring and licensing compliance. The specialist is responsible for executing talent acquisition initiatives and performing all duties of the hiring cycle: identifying, acquiring, assessing, and hiring top talent to fill open positions.  The specialist is responsible for following state and local regulatory guidelines and ensuring site and staff documentation and paperwork are maintained. They work closely with the Program Directors to ensure all YMCA, school, and regulatory requirements are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Models inclusive behaviors and embraces all dimensions of diversity.
• Supports service line/department in actively working toward association-level objectives, as measured by identified goals/KPIs.
• Serves as a good steward of association resources.
• Be knowledgeable about all information in the Youth Services Staff Handbook.
• Adhere to the policies of the YMCA of Western North Carolina & State licensing guidelines.
• Recruit, onboard, and mentor Volunteers and Interns according to YMCA and State Licensing Compliance Guidelines.
• Ensure that each Afterschool and Summer Camp location maintains up-to-date site paperwork and follows safety and compliance rules and regulations.
• Ensure pre-employment compliance paperwork is completed and staff files are maintained per the state licensing guidelines.
• Provide state licensing consultants with up-to-date staff and children’s files and records.
• Communicate with the Human Resources team to identify open position details and create effective postings for open positions in accordance with internal processes on designated internal and external sites. 
• Actively work toward building a diverse and qualified team to support the association. 
• Use standardized techniques to assess the skills, qualifications, and experience of potential candidates. 
• Coordinate the full cycle recruitment process via an electronic applicant tracking system, which includes effective job postings, sourcing, candidate identification, preliminary screening, interview coordination, and offer management.
• Provide consistent recruiting status updates and feedback to Program Directors regarding applicants. 
• Foster good relationships with potential candidates and past applicants by following dispositioning and communication standards. 
• Must be available during programming hours: Monday through Friday, After School and School Out Program hours, typically from 2-6 p.m.

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ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Associate’s Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Must be able to pass the NCDHHS background check.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to effectively manage and communicate with young adults and adults through the hiring process.
• Understanding and knowledge of record-keeping systems.
• Ability to interview and onboard new employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills related to handling documents and related paperwork.
• Professional demeanor and exceptional interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to stand and/or be active for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Must be able to clearly see, hear, and speak.
• Must be able to solve, reason, make decisions, and use sound judgment when distracted by noise and activity.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

Full-time employees receive medical, dental and vision insurance, group life insurance and long-term disability paid by the Y; short-term disability, term life insurance and dependent life insurance is available for purchase; generous paid time off, retirement plan with employer contribution of 12% of salary (subject to eligibility requirements), free YMCA membership, free afterschool childcare and summer day camp and program discounts.

The YMCA of Western North Carolina is committed to equal opportunity in terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

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