HR / Talent Acquisition I-9 Compliance Specialist
Job Number: 26-01281
Energize Your Career. ECLARO's client is looking for an
HR / Talent Acquisition I-9 Compliance Specialist for our client in
Berlin, CT. ECLARO's client is one of the nation's premier energy companies, delivering essential electric, natural gas, and water services while investing in innovation and clean energy. If you're seeking meaningful work with long-term career growth, don't miss this exciting opportunity!
Position Overview:- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
- Our client is seeking a detail-oriented HR / Talent Acquisition I-9 Compliance Specialist to support a large-scale I-9 compliance initiative within the Human Resources and Talent Acquisition organization.
- This role is responsible for reviewing, auditing, and remediating Form I-9 documentation to ensure compliance with federal employment eligibility regulations while supporting employee onboarding and HR compliance processes.
- This position is ideal for HR, HR Operations, People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting Coordination, or Employee Onboarding professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, process-driven environment and has a strong attention to detail.
- The ideal consultant is an organized and detail-oriented HR professional who enjoys working with compliance, documentation, and employee records.
- They have hands-on experience with I-9 processing and onboarding, are comfortable navigating HRIS systems, and can work independently while collaborating effectively with Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Legal, and business stakeholders.
- This role is best suited for someone looking to contribute to a high-impact compliance initiative in a collaborative corporate environment.
Responsibilities:- Review, complete, and audit Form I-9 documentation to ensure compliance with federal employment eligibility requirements.
- Verify employment authorization documentation and support E-Verify processes, when applicable.
- Identify incomplete, deficient, expired, or non-compliant I-9 records and coordinate timely corrective actions.
- Review employee records and onboarding documentation using HRIS systems such as Workday or similar platforms.
- Support employee onboarding activities while ensuring all employment documentation is complete and compliant.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with company policies and federal regulations.
- Partner with Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Legal, and hiring managers to resolve employment documentation and compliance issues.
- Track project progress, document findings, and maintain organized compliance records throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure all work is completed with a high degree of accuracy while meeting established deadlines.
- Provide additional support for HR compliance and onboarding initiatives as assigned.
Required Qualifications:- 2-5 years of experience in Human Resources, HR Operations, HR Compliance, Talent Acquisition, People Operations, Employee Onboarding, or Recruiting Coordination.
- Proven experience completing, reviewing, and auditing Form I-9 documentation.
- Experience identifying and correcting deficient, incomplete, or expired I-9 documentation.
- Hands-on experience working within HRIS systems such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, UKG, ADP, or similar HR platforms.
- Experience supporting employee onboarding, HR compliance, or employee lifecycle processes.
- Ability to maintain highly confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to accurately review large volumes of documentation.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Consultants with experience in the following roles are encouraged to apply:
- HR Coordinator
- Human Resources Coordinator
- HR Operations Coordinator
- HR Compliance Coordinator
- HR Generalist
- People Operations Coordinator
- Employee Onboarding Specialist
- Onboarding Coordinator
- Talent Acquisition Coordinator
- Recruiting Coordinator
- I-9 Compliance Specialist
- Human Resources Assistant
Preferred Skills:- Experience with employment eligibility verification and E-Verify processes.
- Previous experience supporting I-9 remediation, compliance audits, or employment eligibility initiatives.
- Experience working in a large corporate Human Resources or Talent Acquisition environment.
- Knowledge of federal I-9 and employment eligibility regulations.
- Experience supporting HR compliance projects within a highly regulated organization.
If hired, you will enjoy the following ECLARO Benefits:- 401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill Lynch
- Commuter Check Pretax Commuter Benefits
- Eligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLARO
If interested, you may contact:
Mark SamsonMsamson@eclaro.comEqual Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status, in compliance with all applicable laws.