HR Specialist

Valdes Architecture & Engineering is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support the day-to-day HR needs of our growing organization. This position will provide hands-on support across a broad range of human resources functions, including benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, compliance, performance management, recruiting support, employee communications, and HR programs. The ideal candidate is a dependable, highly organized HR professional who demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, strong common sense, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities. This individual will regularly handle confidential and sensitive information and must be comfortable working with employees and leadership at all levels of the organization. Responsibilities Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs and serve as a resource for employee benefit questionsMaintain a strong working knowledge of benefit plan designs, administration requirements, and applicable regulationsMaintain confidential employee information and records with a high level of professionalism and discretionCoordinate background checks, employment verifications, and professional references for prospective and current employeesSupport compensation administration and the annual performance review processAssist with organizational development initiatives and other HR programsSupport employee relations matters such as planning, communicating, and attending events during work hours and non-work hours as availableCoordinate and facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding activities including pre-employment drug testing and background checks, communication, and other processesAssist with employee development and training initiativesAssist the Talent Acquisition team with recruiting, staffing, interview, and hiring logistics if applicableConduct research and fact-finding related to candidates, employment information, recruiting sources, and other HR matters as neededPrepare and review offer letters, payroll documentation, employee changes, and other HR paperwork to ensure accuracy and completenessProvide HR support for year-end activities and other cyclical HR initiativesProvide confidential administrative and HR support to the President, Vice Presidents, Directors, and other members of leadership as neededRespond to employee questions and provide employee services, guidance, and supportMaintain accurate HR documentation, records, reports, and electronic filesAssist with special projects and evolving HR department prioritiesPerform other duties as assigned by the HR Manager or company management Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Communications, or a related field required. 5+ years of Human Resources experience requiredExperience supporting multiple areas of Human Resources, including benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, talent acquisition, and general HR administrationExperience with benefit administration, benefit plan designs, and applicable legal and regulatory requirementsExperience working in a professional services engineering, architecture, consulting, or similar environment is highly preferredExperience working with ADP is a plusSHRM-CP, PHR, or similar professional HR certification is a plusMust be comfortable providing front desk/reception coverage at least one day per week, including greeting visitors and supporting general office needs as requiredStrong computer and keyboarding skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office applications Strong research and fact-finding skills, including the ability to appropriately research candidate information, employment information, and recruiting sourcesExceptional attention to detail, particularly when preparing offer letters, payroll documentation, employee records, and other employment-related materials where accuracyStrong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesAbility to learn and effectively utilize HR systems, recruiting platforms, and other business technologyMust possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skillsMust be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future $65,000 - $90,000 a year Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.