Specialist, Human Resources

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of regional HR initiatives across recruiting, employee engagement, leadership development, and employee relations.
• Partner with the HR Manager to ensure HR initiatives align with organizational goals and talent strategy.
• Partner with hiring managers throughout the recruitment lifecycle, including candidate screening, interview recommendations, offer development, and onboarding strategy.
• Coordinate interview scheduling, candidate communication, onboarding activities, and new hire orientations.
• Serve as a trusted HR resource to supervisors and managers by providing guidance on HR policies, employee relations matters, performance management, and workforce issues.
• Conduct initial employee relations investigations, gather facts, analyze findings, and provide recommendations to leaders and the HR Manager regarding policy application, corrective action, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leaders to address attendance, performance, conduct, and workplace concerns while ensuring consistency and compliance.
• Lead and execute employee engagement, recognition, retention, and leadership development initiatives, measure effectiveness, and recommend improvements.
• Conduct routine audits of HR processes and records to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Support unemployment claim responses, investigations, and documentation.
• Analyze workforce data, turnover trends, hiring metrics, engagement feedback, and attendance patterns to identify opportunities and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure timely completion of HR documentation and processes.
• Greet visitors in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner and determine the purpose of each visit.
• Provide day-to-day operational support to the HR Manager and regional leaders.

Success Factors:

• Strong ability to collaborate across regional teams and Corporate HR functions
• Demonstrated attention to detail and operational accuracy
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to fostering a positive employee experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of progressive HR experience
• Exposure to multiple HR disciplines (e.g., recruiting, employee relations, HR operations)
• Experience working in a matrixed organization or with shared services preferred

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization
• Relationship Building: Ability to establish trust and credibility with employees, managers, and cross-functional partners
• Problem-Solving: Analytical thinking with sound judgment in resolving HR-related issues
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and prioritization skills with attention to detail
• Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and collaboration tools
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adjust to changing priorities
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with Corporate HR Shared Services and internal stakeholders

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role is primarily performed in an office, hybrid, or remote environment. Physical demands are minimal but may include prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and working at a computer. Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 pounds may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.