The HR Security Specialist is responsible for conducting background checks and collecting requirements for security clearance. This position will assist with initiating and reviewing background investigations, administering fingerprints, and coordinating with other institutions to determine the eligibility of candidates for clearance. The HR Security Specialist verifies and processes information according to security procedures and protocols, providing accurate information and managing data disputes.
Essential Duties:
- Manage the employee security credentialing process for assigned locations and contracts.
- Request and review necessary pre-employment queries, including credit checks and background investigations.
- Prepare documents for security packets.
- Conduct ink fingerprinting for various clients and ensure their accuracy before submission to the appropriate client.
- Review applicant-completed eQIP and other electronic or hardcopy documents and databases.
- Assist applicants in correcting and submitting their personnel security documents and eQIP.
- Utilize systems for initiating and processing background investigations.
- Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems, and recommend necessary changes.
- Analyze statistical data and reports on all aspects of the employment function to identify personnel issues and develop recommendations for improving employment policies, processes, and practices.
- Ensure site compliance with applicable policies and laws (Senture, state, and federal) by working with Operations leadership to enhance their knowledge, understanding, and consistent enforcement.
- Facilitate resolution of issues/problems that may arise in the facility and serve as a liaison with other Senture facilities.
- Attend meetings and conference calls as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent, with 2 or more years of professional experience in relevant work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven ability to exercise a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply federal, state, and local legislation concerning employment matters.
- Ability to organize and analyze statistical data, prepare comprehensive reports, and possess effective communication and facilitation skills.
- Must be able to pass all background investigations and a pre-employment drug screen.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance to access the client database (Level 6C Clearance).
Join our team and contribute to a secure and cohesive working environment, ensuring the safety and compliance of our organization.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disability to perform the essential duties listed above.
Mental Demands: Detailed-oriented when reviewing and submitting e-Qip information.
Physical Demands: Ability to occasionally lift 20+ pounds. Concentrate on a computer screen for an extended amount of time.
Travel: Some travel may be required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.