HR SPECIALIST - BI

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records of personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, status changes, termination and other related personnel and payroll issues.
• Performs employee onboarding to include data entry into the HR Information System and new employee orientation. Ensures data entered is complete and accurate and employees have a thorough understanding of Company policies and procedures, including the information in the employee handbook.
• Assists employees with guidance on locating benefit information and employee resources.
• Processes performance reviews, wage/salary transactions and disciplinary actions in the Company’s HR Information System in a timely manner and within approval authorization.
• Resolves employee personnel inquiries and submits necessary inputs, changes, additions, and deletions into the HR Information System. Reports unusual or unresolved problems to HR Manager for further action.
• Compiles information to file workers’ compensation claims for employees and for the insurance carrier. Provides guidance to managers on claims management.
• Escalates benefit, leave, payroll, or workers’ compensation issues to appropriate resources.
• Provides guidance to employees on Company HR policies and procedures. Engages employees and resolves issues expediently, with professionalism and tact. Escalates concerns as appropriate to HR Manager for further action.
• Ensures compliance with company policies regarding employee files, data entry, and SOX compliance.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• May assist in the administration and/or tracking of employee development training.
• May assist with leaves of action in the Company’s timekeeping system and ensures compliance with FMLA, ADA, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Responsible for special projects as directed by HR Management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• At least three (3) years of related work experience in Human Resources.
• Good working knowledge and familiarity with HR concepts, practices, procedures, and basic employment laws required. Multistate employment law experience is preferred.
• Experience with an HR Information System preferred.
• Must exhibit a high degree of professionalism to gain the respect of all employees.
• Excellent organization, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times due to the handling of sensitive and confidential information.
• Must have a proven history of ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Benefits

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting.