Human Resources Specialist (Confidential), Permanent Support Staff (Anticipated)

The Council Rock School District is seeking a Confidential Human Resources Specialist to provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Department. This onsite role in Newtown, PA supports key employee lifecycle processes, from onboarding to benefits administration, with an emphasis on confidentiality, accuracy, and service to staff.

Salary: USD 30 per hour. Position type: Permanent Support Staff (Anticipated). Experience: 1 year minimum. Education: Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 1–2 years of recent, relevant Human Resources experience.

What you’ll do

• Assist with the administration and coordination of employee benefit programs.
• Coordinate, schedule, and conduct new employee orientations and onboarding activities.
• Manage HRIS-based HR operations using the District’s systems, including Tyler Munis and PowerSchool.
• Calculate and maintain employee payroll deductions related to benefits.
• Support employment verifications and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) documentation.
• Monitor and maintain employee clearances and required training records.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential personnel files.
• Respond promptly and professionally to employee questions and concerns related to benefits and HR procedures.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Department as needed.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with administrators, employees, and District staff.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What you bring

• A bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 1–2 years of recent, relevant Human Resources experience, preferably with experience in employee benefits.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Access.
• Experience working with databases, HRIS systems, and other technology platforms.
• Strong computer and technology skills, with the ability to learn and navigate multiple software systems.
• Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced office environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

Tools you’ll use

• Tyler Munis
• PowerSchool
• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Access

Required paperwork

• Background employment clearances must be completed within the last year and include: PA State Police Clearance (Act 34)
• Background employment clearances must be completed within the last year and include: Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
• Background employment clearances must be completed within the last year and include: FBI Fingerprints (Act 114) via IndentoGo
• Additional paperwork may include: Arrest/Conviction Report form, PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure (Act 168), physician’s health form, and a recently completed TB test