SR Human Resources Specialist

Location: Wilmington, DE • Contract-to-Hire

About The Opportunity

A well-established healthcare organization in the Greater Philadelphia area is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a high-visibility opportunity with a clear path to growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all HR operations for the department, including full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance
• Develop and execute hiring strategies aligned with organizational workforce needs, partnering with department heads to anticipate talent gaps and build proactive pipelines
• Drive workforce development initiatives, including performance management frameworks, succession planning, and employee growth programs
• Foster collaborative, inclusive work environments across departments by serving as a trusted HR partner to managers and senior leadership
• Coach and advise managers on employee relations matters, performance issues, and HR policy interpretation
• Oversee and optimize Paylocity workflows for recruiting, onboarding, and employee data management
• Manage pre-employment processes including background checks, drug screens, and immunization verification
• Monitor HR inbox and departmental communications, ensuring timely routing and resolution of inquiries
• Serve as a key stakeholder in departmental transition planning as senior leadership shifts into an executive-level role
• Prepare to assume expanded HR Director responsibilities, including strategic planning, reporting to executive leadership, and department oversight

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a manager or senior generalist capacity
• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Paylocity; experience with other ATS/HRIS platforms considered
• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment and onboarding
• Strong employee relations background
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Ability to step in quickly, follow established processes, and lead with confidence

Pay

$25.00 - $28.00 / Per Hour

Benefits

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).