Human Resources Specialist

Job Summary

The Human Resources Specialist provides daily support and direct engagement with employees, first and mid-level managers and owners regarding all human resources functions.  This position requires a passion for recruiting, supporting and developing talent through our company’s policies and managing procedures.

Summary of essential Job functions

• Compliance with all policies and legal requirements
• Solid knowledge of various HR functions and administrative responsibilities
• Working knowledge of HR functions and procedures (payroll, benefits, 401K compliance, recruitment, training, onboarding, unemployment responses, worker’s compensation claims)
• Administration of benefit elections utilizing third party websites
• Preparing or updating employment records related to hiring, job transfers, promotions, wage changes, disciplinary action notices, terminations
• Effectively explain human resource policies, procedures, laws, standards to new and existing employees
• Ensure new hire paperwork is completed and processed timely
• Actively participate in the hiring process, which includes coordinating job posts, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, hosting interviews as needed, performing reference checks, etc.
• Partner with Human Resources Manager to discuss employment relations issues, such as work complaints and/or any harassment complaints promptly when notified of the issue

• Administrative duties; including upkeep of employee records (attendance, EEO data, etc)
• Maintain accurate, detailed notes regarding workplace injuries; partner with Safety Manager to assess risk and identify corrective action plans

Summary of secondary Job functions

• Compose, review and/or revise Job Descriptions as needed
• Organize and assist with hosting annual benefit enrollment process
• Actively participate on safety committee initiatives
• Prepare and remit compliance reports under Human Resource Manager’s direction
• Assist with Employee Newsletter content as needed
• Attend job fairs (occasionally, as needed)
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications required

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Accuracy and keen attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Aptitude for critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making
• Strength of character, ethics, commitment, and reliability
• Maintain confidentiality and composure to handle disciplinary and grievance issues
• Perceptive nature, careful monitoring of working conditions to ensure legal compliance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management, or related field preferred.  Associate degree or equivalent work experience is acceptable.

High School Diploma/GED Required.  EEO