The HR Specialist is responsible for delivering day-to-day administrative and operational support across the Human Resources (HR) function. This role plays a critical part in enhancing the employee experience, maintaining compliance, and ensuring efficient execution of core HR processes including onboarding, recruiting coordination, benefits administration, employee communications, and HR systems management. The HR Specialist will also be instrumental in supporting a PEO model.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Lifecycle & Administration
Serve as the first point of contact for general HR-related questions from employees
Manage employee lifecycle documentation, including onboarding, offboarding, and personnel file maintenance
Generate letters, background checks, and onboarding materials
Coordinate offboarding , exit interviews, and systems access removal
Recruiting & Onboarding Support
Post job openings and managing applicant tracking systems (ATS)
Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates and hiring managers
Support new hire orientation and onboarding sessions
Payroll & Benefits Coordination
Submit employee changes to payroll system and work with PEO to ensure accurate processing
Assist in open enrollment, benefits communication, and employee questions
Audit payroll and benefits data for accuracy and compliance
Compliance & Recordkeeping
Ensure employee files are maintained in accordance with federal, state, and company policy
Track mandatory compliance training, certifications, and acknowledgments
Assist with internal audits and external reporting requirements
Support policy updates and process documentation
Employee Experience & Communications
Coordinate employee recognition programs, communications, and surveys
Plan and support company events, wellness activities
Maintain and update the company intranet (The HUB) with HR policies, announcements, and resources
HR Systems & Reporting
Maintain data accuracy in HRIS and other internal tracking systems
Assist with data reporting, analytics, and HR metrics
Monitor service tickets and requests from employees and managers
Training & Development Support
Schedule and track employee training programs and sessions
Assist with content preparation, registration, and attendance tracking
General Office & Vendor Support
Manage HR supply ordering and vendor coordination
Provide administrative support for department initiatives and special projects
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
1-3 years of relevant HR or administrative experience
Familiarity with HRIS systems, payroll platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
Effective communication and people skills
Experience working with a PEO
Knowledge of federal and multi-state laws preferred Canada a plus
Required
Preferred
Job Industries
Other
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