Sr HR Operation Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Specialist to provide hands-on support across core HR operations in Bellevue, Washington. This Long-term Contract position focuses on delivering consistent employee lifecycle support, maintaining accurate HR records, and ensuring day-to-day processes run efficiently in a dynamic high-tech engineering environment. The role works closely with HR leaders and cross-functional partners to address employee needs, uphold policy compliance, and strengthen operational effectiveness through continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee key HR operational activities across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding coordination, employee record updates, and day-to-day support for workforce changes.
• Collaborate with HR leadership and business partners to ensure HR programs and administrative processes are executed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain data quality within Oracle HCM and related systems by reviewing records, resolving discrepancies, and supporting reliable reporting.
• Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and standard employment-related matters with professionalism and timeliness.
• Monitor HR processes for compliance with company standards and applicable employment requirements, escalating issues when necessary.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve service delivery, and strengthen consistency across HR operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support operational initiatives, documentation updates, and process changes affecting HR administration.
• Prepare and maintain HR documentation, trackers, and reports to support audits, leadership requests, and ongoing operational needs.

Requirements

• Prior experience in HR operations or an HR specialist role supporting multiple stages of the employee lifecycle.
• Practical knowledge of onboarding processes and day-to-day employee support activities.
• Hands-on experience working with Oracle HCM for HR data maintenance, tracking, or reporting.
• Solid understanding of HR policy administration and the ability to apply guidelines consistently.
• Strong attention to detail with a track record of maintaining accurate employee information and documentation.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills for handling employee questions and partnering with HR leadership and internal teams.

Benefits

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.