Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Who you are you are one who supports all hr functions and interacts with team membersYou can maintain hr records with focus on electronic filing processesYou support federal security clearance processing and compliance for prime contracts and subcontractsYour position requires the successful issuance, transfer, or maintenance of a minimum level 5 public trust security clearance.
Who we are trellis company is a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation with the dual mission of helping student borrowers repay their education loans and promoting access in higher educationOur strong philanthropic heritage of giving through grants to colleges, universities, and research groups remains focused on improving student outcomes, especially to underserved students, families, and institutions.
As we move into the future, we’re drawing on our history, branching into new sectors beyond student loans, and delivering the same level of exceptional care and service that our customers have come to depend onWe remain invested in the success of students and higher education institutionsThis combination of stability and vision creates a unique intersection: a startup environment at a company that also has a stable foundation, resulting in an opportunity for the right candidate to help shape our company`s futureThis is an exciting time to join the trellis team!
Location the position is located at our corporate office in round rock, texasRemote work options!
Essential duties and responsibilities the position incumbent is expected to perform the following essential duties and responsibilities of the position with reasonable accommodation.
Provide administrative support for the hr team as needed.
Assist with new hire onboarding and documentation.
Track and report hr metrics.
Coordinate and organize hr events, i.e., office meetings and lunch and learns.
Works collaboratively within hr and finance to pay invoices in a timely manner.
Assists with the federal security background investigation process related to government related contracts and subcontracts.
Supports tracking and maintenance of background investigations status and submissions to sub-contractors or persec.
Assists with security rejections to ensure information is corrected and resubmitted timely.
Maintains records and databases related to personnel security clearances and accesses.
Must be able to work flexible hours.
Provide administrative support to hr.
Non-essential duties and responsibilities
Assists in evaluating and implementing process improvements, including the identification and evaluation of business requirements for new automated solutions where appropriate.
Build and maintain effective business relationships in support of hr initiatives.
Supports employee recognition programs.
Supports functions and responsibilities of the department and assist with special projects as necessary.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Demonstrated professional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a challenging environment with frequent interruptions, changing priorities, and deadlines.
Strong organizational skills, time management, and multi-tasking.
Ability to research issues and recommend actions
Demonstrated confidentiality.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
Ability to cultivate credible relationships with all levels in the organization.
Self-starter requiring minimal management direction and oversight/driven/self-motivated
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a cross-functional team.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Qualifications education required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or universityAdministrative support, human resources, or security clearance processing experience may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Experience required:
Minimum of two (2) years of administrative support, human resources, or security clearance processing experience.
Knowledge of personal computers and related software (excel, adp workforce now, cornerstone on demand, netsuite, limelight, e-qip).
Preferred:
Experience in federal security clearance processing, electronic questionnaires for investigations (eqip).
Working knowledge of federal student loan program.
Accounts payable and/or contract management experience.
Experience with adp workforce now, cornerstone ondemand, or other hris systems.
Netsuite experience or similar erp system.
Security clearance
Required:
Must successfully obtain federal security clearance.
Physical and mental demands
Frequently must move about inside the office or classroom.
Repetitive motionRegularly operates a computer, phone, and general office equipment.
Regularly uses hands/fingers to handle, feel, or grasp; reaches or extends arm(s) in any direction.
Hearing and speakingRegularly talks with other employees and on the phone, virtually, or in personRegularly uses hearing to listen and respond to internal and external contacts.
Visual acuityRegularly must have close visual acuity to view and enter information into computer and software systems, analyze data, develop presentations and reports, and other materials.
Mental focusRequires worker to maintain focus and exchange detailed and accurate information through oral and written communication.
Work environment
Work may be conducted remotely or in an office with a small cubicle environment.
Office work environment is climate controlled with no substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Diversity is important to trellis company and we strongly encourage all qualified persons to applyWe are an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone to our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity or sexual orientationWe are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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