The Human Resources Specialist reports to the Human Resources Director and is responsible for the daily activities associated with all HR functions.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Provide high quality, first line information and support to employees on a wide range of HR inquiries.
• Records employee information such as personal data, compensation, benefits, tax data, attendance, performance reviews or evaluations, exit interviews, termination date and reason.
• Supports and assists with critical activities to improve employee engagement; works to develop positive relationships with associates within established corporate guidelines, to promote communications and foster confidence in the Human Resources team.
• Updates employee’s files to document personnel actions and to provide information for payroll and other uses.
• Examines employee’s files to answer inquiries and provides information to authorized persons.
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Be a resource to the HR Team to help answer and assist employees or walk ins at the front desk.
• Assists with new hire orientation as required.
• Assist with recruiting efforts and functions as needed.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Education and Work Experience

• Three to Five years of prior HR experience required or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Adaptable/flexible and self-directed with the ability to manage time and other resources wisely.
• Must have the ability to work effectively with other organizational team members.
• Excellent computer skills – must be proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet savvy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work is primarily sedentary in an office setting located off-site. Office hours are Monday through Friday during the day. May be required to work off shifts as needed, on weekends, or on holidays based on projects.