Human Resources Specialist

Salary: $80,000–$85,000 + 10% annual bonus. Location: Newport, RI | Hybrid.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Newly created role with a growing organization
• Strong succession potential with a path toward future HR leadership
• Opportunity to build and own employee engagement and manager training initiatives
• High-visibility position working directly with leadership
• 10% annual bonus and 401(k) match up to 5%
• Entrepreneurial environment where you can make a direct impact on the HR function

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end, multi-state payroll processing
• Manage bonuses, commissions, reimbursements, and other payroll activity
• Support day-to-day HR operations and employee needs
• Develop employee engagement and manager training programs
• Identify opportunities to improve HR technology, processes, and workflows
• Support HR initiatives as the organization continues to grow

Qualifications

• Hands-on payroll experience required
• HR generalist experience
• Experience with multi-state payroll
• Strong knowledge of ADP, Workday, or another major HRIS/payroll platform
• Ability to balance strategic HR initiatives with hands-on responsibilities
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a growing entrepreneurial environment

Pay

$80,000–$85,000 + 10% annual bonus.

Benefits

• 401(k) match up to 5%