HR Specialist

About the role

The primary function is to assist the HR Manager of Payroll and Benefits with maintaining company benefit programs, effectively communicating payroll and benefit related information, and efficiently assisting with payroll functions for AltaPointe as a whole employer. In addition, duties surrounding employment as a whole including onboarding, termination, and compliance will be assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist with benefit and payroll operations.
• Act as a primary contact for benefits and payroll to employees and vendors.
• Contribute towards creating, managing, and updating the company’s employee benefits programs.
• Process and file benefit forms and related information.
• Prepare for the annual benefits fairs and assist with open enrollment entries.
• Follow necessary steps in both HRIS and third-party systems when an employee experiences events that prompt pay, employment, or benefit changes.
• Distribute employee communication (e.g., eligibility notices, Summary Plan Descriptions, Summaries of Material Modifications, Time Clock Advertisements).
• Assign and track roles, pay information, and employment information in payroll and HRIS software to match personnel files.
• Update changes in employee addresses, names, direct deposit and tax elections for all appropriate profiles.
• Assist with managing benefit costs and payroll deductions.
• Contribute during renewals, negotiations, and contracts with benefit brokers and vendors for new and existing plans.
• Reconcile and pay benefit invoices to ensure accurate enrollment.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and reconciliation as deemed necessary in both benefits and payroll functions.
• Monitor and communicate with employees on leave of absence regarding disability claims, payroll deductions, and benefit plans.
• Enter data involving new hires, terminations, and transfers into HRIS.
• Process internal paperwork for changes to employment.
• Manage the company’s mileage reimbursement platform/website.
• Update employee personal information as needed.
• Advise managers and employees on state and federal employment regulations and benefit policies.
• Assist in maintaining personnel records and handbooks.
• Ensure company compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements.
• Seek supervision and consultation as needed; accept and employ suggestions for improvement; actively work to enhance skills.
• Demonstrate courteous, respectful, and cooperative behavior toward consumers, visitors, and co-workers; treat consumers with care, dignity, and compassion; respect privacy and confidentiality.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and AltaPointe committees as requested.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner; work cooperatively with other Alta Pointe employees; follow AltaPointe policies and procedures; adhere to the Five Star Customer Service standard.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business with preferred emphasis in human resources.
• Some experience in an HR‑related role strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of HR functions and HRIS system database.
• Knowledge of AltaPointe specific payroll and