Job Description

Job Location: Sedalia, MO 65301,

Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Not Specified,

Salary Range: $62,000.00 - $72,000.00 Salary,

Travel Percentage: No Travel,

Job Shift: 1st Shift,

Job Category: Human Resources, Human Resources Specialist

Inter-State Studio is a family-owned school photography and yearbook company that has been successfully serving schools for 90 years.

By listening to the needs of our customers and utilizing the latest technologies, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality school portraits and yearbooks with affordable pricing and excellent service.

We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and people-focused Human Resources Specialist to support our HR operations and employee experience.

Position Overview

In this role, you'll play an important part in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and employee relations while partnering with hiring managers and leadership across the organization. You'll help maintain accurate HR records, support consistent processes, and ensure a positive experience for candidates and employees alike.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with people, managing multiple priorities, and finding practical ways to improve everyday processes. This position offers a balance of hands-on HR administration, relationship building, and problem-solving in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Recruitment & Selection: Support full-cycle recruiting efforts, including job postings, application reviews, conducting phone screenings and structured interviews, evaluating candidates, and coordinating hiring activities.
• Hiring Manager Support: Partner with hiring managers across multiple locations to understand staffing needs, provide recruiting guidance, and maintain consistent hiring practices.
• HR Systems & Administration: Maintain accurate applicant and employee information within the HRIS and applicant tracking system (ATS), including data entry, record updates, requisition management, and routine system administration.
• Pre-Employment & Onboarding: Coordinate with the HR Assistant for background checks, drug screenings, offer documentation, and onboarding activities to ensure a smooth and compliant hiring process.
• Employee Relations: Support employees and leadership with workplace concerns and conflict resolution while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment.
• Compliance & Documentation: Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company procedures.
• Employee Lifecycle Support: Assist with employee changes, offboarding processes, exit interviews, and related documentation.

Qualifications: What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in human resources, recruiting, or a related role.
• Experience conducting candidate interviews and evaluating qualifications, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems; familiarity with Paycom is a plus.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and general HR best practices.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills, with attention to detail and proficiency in Google Workspace.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Benefits- Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K
• Paid time off- Vacation, Sick, Holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative team environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact.

Join Our Team!

At Inter-State Studio & Publishing Co., we're passionate about capturing memories and sharing the power of a smile. Our people make that possible, and we're looking for someone who is equally passionate about supporting them.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today!

Inter-State Studio & Publishing Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process. careers@inter-state.com