Talent Enagement Specialist 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Capitola, CA 95010 • Hybrid work About the

Role:

The Talent Engagement Specialist will play a pivotal role in delivering seamless onboarding experience for new employees, including developing onboarding programs, conducting orientation sessions, and providing ongoing support to new employees. You will oversee the onboarding workflow within our UKG system, ensuring all documentation and processes are managed efficiently. Your efforts will be instrumental in setting a positive tone for employees' journeys, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and prepared to excel from their first day.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

This is a full-time, hybrid, position working 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm. The employee will complete 90 days of training onsite in Capitola and then may work 3 days per week remote following a successful training period. What you'll be doing: Own and Execute the

End-to-End Onboarding Experience:

Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires, coordinating every step of the onboarding process—from offer acceptance through the first 60 days—to ensure a seamless and engaging experience.

Manage Onboarding Logistics and Compliance:

Set up new employee profiles in UKG, track task completion, and manage all required paperwork including I-9s, tax forms, contracts, and compliance documents.

Develop and Facilitate New Hire Programs:

Create and host New Employee Orientation (NEO) sessions, onboarding presentations, and customized onboarding agendas that align with department needs. Partner with

Hiring Managers and Key Stakeholders:

Collaborate with hiring managers to develop role-specific onboarding plans and ensure alignment on new hire expectations and preparedness.

Enhance Engagement and Early Integration:

Welcome new employees, proactively communicate before their start date, assign mentors, coordinate new hire lunches, and schedule check-ins at 30 and 60 days.

Ensure Resource Readiness and Departmental Coordination:

Liaise with Technology, Total Rewards, Facilities, and other departments to guarantee new hires have the tools and support they need from day one. Continuously Improve the

Onboarding Process:

Identify innovative, scalable approaches to improve the onboarding experience and support HR with ongoing administrative and engagement initiatives.

You're Perfect For This Role If You Have:

2-5 years of experience in HR, onboarding, or a related administrative role where you've thrived managing processes and people. A background in the financial services industry—especially in a credit union or banking environment—giving you insight into the unique needs of the sector (a big plus!). Familiarity with UKG or similar HRIS/onboarding systems, and you're comfortable navigating digital tools to keep processes running smoothly. Exceptional organizational skills and a sharp eye for detail—you catch the small stuff before it becomes a big deal. A high level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential employee information. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook. A natural ability to connect with others, backed by strong interpersonal skills and a genuine customer-service mindset.

Who We Are:

Bay Federal Credit Union was started in 1957 when local school teachers pooled their money together to start a credit union. This original vision and investment has grown into the area's largest locally-owned financial institution, with nearly $1.6 billion in assets. Today, Bay Federal provides full service financial products and solutions to individuals and businesses in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties. As a local, member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, we are passionate about contributing to the community and being an integral part of its incredible story. Each year, our employees volunteer their time and donate their money to local non-profits, schools, and events. Our managers serve on local non-profit Boards of Director to be involved, understand challenges, and to make a real difference in the communities we serve. From our founding as a teacher's credit union, Bay Federal has continued our commitment to education. We offer annual student scholarships for members and offer a comprehensive array of solutions to support our member's financial wellness. Through online financial education course offerings, solutions for teachers and students, as well as special programs for youth, our financial wellness programs are free and available to the public. This is a small part of our work in creating thriving and vibrant communities! We look forward to continuing our story, and hope that you will be a part of it!

Perks of Joining Bay Federal Credit Union:

Rated #1 Credit Union to Work For by CU Journal Best Places to Work in the Bay Area (SF Business Times/Silicon Valley Journal) 11 Federal Holidays observed as paid days off We invest in your professional growth & development by providing access to industry standard webinars, LinkedIn Learning courses, and career tracking. We also partner with Cabrillo College for a 12 week leadership program for up and coming supervisor and manager level employees Mac McCormac Employee Scholarship award for $1,500 towards education expenses Our hybrid work approach combines the flexibility of remote working with the benefits of bi-annual in-person all staff meetings Benefits Offered at

Bay Federal Credit Union:

401k Matching - $1 for $1 company match up to 5% of pay Eligibility to participate in annual bonus plan Benefits Offered - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability coverage Employee Assistance Program that supports 6 face-to-face sessions per person, per reason, for you and your household A wellness program that supports your physical, financial, and emotional health Supplemental benefits such as Pet Insurance and Aflac Bay Federal Credit Union is proud to offer a competitive, robust compensation and benefits package. Bay Federal considers many factors in determining base pay such as experience, education/training, internal peer equity, job location, and other business considerations when extending an offer. For Santa Cruz, CA only, the pay scale Bay Federal reasonably expects to pay for this position is $25.82 - $32.25 per hour. Salaries are based on the geographic location in which you live if working remotely. Bay Federal provides health care benefits, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and 401k with a company match to eligible employees; along with employee paid voluntary benefits. Paid time off is accrued per paycheck for eligible employees at a rate based on your tenure. Leaves of absences are available in adherence with state and federal regulations. Bay Federal is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Bay Federal is at at-will employer. For CCPA's requirements regarding security practices and procedures, please see our privacy page here (https://www.bayfed.com/privacy). Bay Federal Credit Union takes our obligation to keep our member's data safe and secure and adhere to industry standard best practices