I. POSITION SUMMARY A. The Human Resources (HR) Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the efficient management of human resources functions at the Cooperative. This position involves handling administrative tasks, coordinating HR processes, and serving as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related matters. B. Organize and administer recruiting and retention programs, compensation and benefits programs, employee relations, equal employment opportunity, labor relations, worker's compensation and employee training and development programs and ensure program compliance with applicable state and federal regulations to contribute to strengthening the cooperative’s position as an employer of choice.