ABOUT AACOM 

The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, also known as AACOM, was founded in 1898 to lend support and assistance to the nation's osteopathic medical schools, and to serve as a unifying voice for osteopathic medical education. The association is guided by its Board of Deans of member colleges of osteopathic medicine, and various other member councils and committees. AACOM represents and advances the continuum of medical education by: 

• Supporting our member institutions as they educate the future physician workforce 

• Increasing awareness of osteopathic medical education and osteopathic medicine 

• Promoting excellence in medical education, policy, research, and service 

• Fostering innovation and quality throughout medical education 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruitment and Talent Acquisition: Oversee recruitment efforts to identify and attract candidates who align with AACOM's mission and strategic goals. Utilize innovative sourcing techniques and platforms to build a diverse talent pipeline. Conduct initial screenings to determine culture alignment and job fit. Coordinate interviews and steward the recruitment effort to its end.
• Onboarding: Develop and execute a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires that includes orientation sessions, training modules, and integration activities. This program should familiarize new employees with AACOM's strategic objectives, culture, and operational procedures. Facilitate mentorship pairings between new hires and experienced staff to support integration into the team. Monitor the progress of new employees, offering additional support as needed to ensure a successful transition.
• Onboarding Feedback: Implement mechanisms to collect feedback from new hires regarding their onboarding experience, using this data to continuously improve the onboarding process.
• Performance Management: Oversee the performance review process, setting clear performance metrics aligned with organizational goals. Provide support for managers in conducting reviews and developing performance improvement plans. Track employee goals.
• Employee Relations and Support: Act as a point of contact for employee relations issues, providing guidance and support to resolve conflicts and ensure a positive work environment and knowing when a situation should be escalated.
• Offboarding: Manage the offboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition for departing employees. Collect exit interview feedback to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Administrative Support: Responsible for organizing and maintaining employee records, including personnel files, attendance records, and other documentation related to employee information.

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a human resources-based role.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field is a plus.
• HR Certification or interest in seeking certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP is a plus.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices.
• Critical thinking skills to assess situations and find solutions.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and discretion.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and HR needs.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Proficiency in using HR software and tools for various HR functions.
• Meticulous attention to detail in tasks like documentation, record-keeping, and data entry.
• Willingness to stay updated on HR trends and best practices.
• Commitment to professional development in the HR field.

WHAT WE DO FOR YOU 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

• Company-provided life insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability 

• Flexible Spending Account 

• 403(b) with a generous employer match  

• 11 annual company paid holidays 

• Vacation & sick time benefits 

• Parental Leave benefits 

• And more! 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

This is a full-time position with health, dental, vacation, and 401K benefits. The salary for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 annually. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

AACOM values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate based on any legally protected class or characteristic. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let your recruiter know. 

For consideration, interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Your cover letter should address your experience, qualifications and why you are interested in joining the AACOM team. Please visit: https://aacom.org/ for more information about the organization.