HR Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Aid the Central Region Human Resources team in executing HR programs, policies, and initiatives.
• Support managers and employees by responding to HR-related inquiries and directing questions to the appropriate HR team member.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute HR reports, metrics, and workforce data.
• Support employee onboarding and orientation activities.
• Afford assistance with employee engagement activities, employee surveys, and recognition initiatives.
• Provide administrative support for employee relations matters and investigations.
• Assist with leave of absence tracking, workers compensation administration, and accommodation processes.
• Support HR compliance efforts, including labor law postings, audits, personnel records, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate and conduct exit interviews and compile feedback for HR review.
• Assist in coordinating training sessions, regional meetings, and HR communications.
• Support the development of presentations, training materials, and meeting agendas.
• Afford administrative support for employee programs and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience supporting Human Resources, Recruiting, Benefits, Leave Administration, Workers Compensation, Payroll, or related functions preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Workday or similar HRIS experience preferred.

Education and Certifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• An Associate or Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• PREFERRED: PHR, SHRM-CP, or other HR certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.