Human Resources Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and contractors, handling inquiries with professionalism and ensuring questions are directed appropriately.
• Support the HR Manager and assist departmental supervisors as needed.
• Enter payroll data into Workday and/or UKG, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality (no direct payroll processing).
• Oversee onboarding: process paperwork, facilitate orientation sessions, and help new hires with system logins.
• Aid with administrative tasks such as filing, attendance tracking, job bids, and document management.
• Assist employees/contractors with HRIS logins and basic troubleshooting.
• Provide exceptional customer service, especially when assisting distressed employees.
• Collaborate with the HR Manager and supervisors for effective HR operations.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism with sensitive information.
• Proactively suggest ways to improve HR procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in HR or administrative support.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms (Workday, UKG, Kronos, or similar) preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to relate empathetically and professionally across a diverse workforce.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and action-oriented.
• Strong customer service orientation and emotional resilience.
• Comfortable with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and quick to learn new systems.
• Team player with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Can maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters.

Compensation

$22 per hour
Seasonal assignment (3–4 months)

About the Role

We are seeking a Seasonal HR Specialist for a 3–4 month assignment at $22 per hour. The HR Specialist provides comprehensive administrative support to the Human Resources department and serves as the first point of contact for employees and contractors.