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Human Resources & Compliance Specialist

Tennessee Primary Care Association

Job Location:

Nashville, TN - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 32 - 41

Posted: 31 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 28 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

The Tennessee Primary Care Association (TPCA) the statewide membership organization representing 30 nonprofit Community Health Centers advances a mission to provide leadership advocacy and membership support as the unified voice for primary care across Tennessee. TPCA serves as a vital bridge between community needs and decision-makers at the federal state local and corporate levels. The Human Resources & Compliance Specialist is a key operational role responsible for managing core human resources functions ensuring the organizations compliance with applicable federal and Tennessee state employment laws and supporting a people-centered mission-aligned workplace culture. This part-time position requires a detail-oriented self-directed professional with a strong HR generalist background a working knowledge of nonprofit environments and a genuine commitment to serving an organization dedicated to expanding access to quality primary care for all Tennesseans.

Essential Duties:
Duty 1: Human Resources Administration

Manage the full employee work cycle including recruitment coordination onboarding orientation disciplinary action and offboarding processes.
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records personnel files and HR documentation in compliance with applicable recordkeeping requirements.
Administer and communicate employee benefits programs including health insurance retirement plans paid time off and leave policies.
Serve as the primary point of contact for staff trainings HR inquiries providing clear and timely guidance on policies procedures and workplace matters.
Coordinate and track performance review processes ensuring timely completion and appropriate documentation.
Support the development review and periodic updating of the Employee Handbook and organizational HR policies.
Assist leadership with compensation benchmarking and salary structure review as needed.

Duty 2: Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure organizational compliance with applicable federal and Tennessee state employment laws including FLSA FMLA ADA Title VII EEO and OSHA requirements.
Monitor regulatory changes and proactively advise leadership on updates affecting HR policies employment practices board governance policies and organizational obligations.
Maintain compliance with nonprofit governance requirements as they relate to employment and HR practices.
Coordinate required employment postings reporting obligations and related filings (e.g. EEO-1 W-2 distribution support).
Assist with grant compliance requirements related to personnel documentation and time tracking as applicable.
Support internal audits and respond to external compliance inquiries or reviews related to HR matters.

Duty 3: Employee Relations & Organizational Culture

Foster a positive inclusive and equitable workplace environment consistent with TPCAs mission and values.
Provide confidential support to employees navigating workplace concerns conflicts or accommodation requests.
Assist leadership with employee relations matters including documentation of disciplinary actions or performance improvement plans.
Coordinate staff trainings recognition engagement and team-building initiatives.
Promote a culture of transparency psychological safety and continuous learning across the organization.

Duty 4: Payroll Coordination & HR Systems

Coordinate and support payroll processing in partnership with finance staff or an external payroll provider ensuring accuracy and timely submission as needed.
Maintain and optimize HR information systems and personnel records management platforms.
Generate HR reports and workforce metrics for leadership review as requested.
Support the evaluation and implementation of HR technology tools or systems improvements.

Duty 5: General Organizational Support

Maintain knowledge of TPCA policies procedures and internal systems.
Participate in TPCA staff huddles functional team meetings and pertinent conferences and professional development opportunities.
Provide staff support at Association-sponsored events such as the Annual Conference and Presidents Dinner as needed.
Perform other tasks and duties as identified by the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Public Administration or a closely related field.
Masters degree and or SHRM certificates preferred.
Minimum of 35 years of progressive HR generalist experience including demonstrated competency in compliance and employee relations.
Experience working in a nonprofit organization membership association or mission-driven environment preferred.
Familiarity with community health center or healthcare-adjacent regulatory environments is a plus.
Experience with grant-funded organizations and associated HR and time-reporting compliance requirements preferred.

Core Competencies:

Solid working knowledge of federal and state employment law and HR best practices.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain policies and procedures to diverse audiences.
Proven ability to work independently manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgment in a small-team environment.
Collaborative people-centered approach with a genuine commitment to equity and organizational mission.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Maintain knowledge of TPCA policies procedures and software platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and HRIS or payroll systems required.
Professional HR certification (PHR SPHR SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) strongly preferred.
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
Participate in TPCA staff huddles functional teams staff meetings and pertinent conferences and meetings.
Provide staff support at Association-sponsored events as requested.
Perform other tasks and duties as identified by the immediate supervisor.

Work Environment (includes physical requirements):

Office environment; hybrid or flexible schedule arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.
Prolonged sitting use of computer monitor and keyboard; occasionally lifting of lightweight boxes or materials.
Occasional travel to health center sites local meetings and organizational events.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hours:20-24 hours per week (schedule negotiable)

Pay:$32-$41 per hour

This job description reflects managements assessment of the functions and requirements of the job. It is a general guideline and not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job elements. It does not restrict managements ability to reassign or change responsibilities. I have received and read my job description. I understand the requirements of the job and that I am expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

Senior Manager

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