Human Relations Specialist

Someone is needed to help the Human Relations department’s day-to-day operations run smoothly. The current members of the HR team would greatly appreciate someone who can keep them operating at peak performance. Some areas which would use your help are legal and regulatory compliance, employee relations, talent acquisition and retention, and backup for other detailed, business-critical matters such as benefits administration. What You Will Do Partner with HR hiring team and hiring managers to ensure smooth hiring and onboarding experiences that reflect Our company culturePartner with Communications and Marketing teams for orientation and onboarding of new hires, temporary workers, and interns, as well as the entire employee experienceCollaborate closely with the Senior Director of Accounting/Controller to ensure seamless communication and alignment on team member matters.Organize, coach, and guide leadership through disciplinary and termination processBe a resource for team member inquiries regarding employee relations, development, and assist with benefits questions, as neededManage compensation processes including annual increases and salary data requestsPartner with the HR Manager and Learning and Development Manager to create a training and development plan to train and develop other team members.Serve as culture ambassador, modeling the behaviors of Our Principles and Organizational values in every interactionParticipate in developing department goals, objectives, and processesTake responsibility for I-9 Audits, 401(k) audits, PPACA compliance, unemployment claims, and random drug screeningsOrganize, update, and maintain the employee handbook, policies and proceduresMaintain compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulationsMaintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resource functions and share with HR leadershipInterpret guidelines and regulations for EEO, ADA, FMLA, worker’s compensation and other employment and labor laws, where requiredAct as an approachable point of contact for team members and team leaders – fostering trust and transparencyCreate and produce critical metrics reports such as evaluation of new hire quality, turnover, event attendance, etc.Establish and maintain relationships with HR vendors, as neededProvide international HR and benefits support for Canada and AustraliaParticipate in company eventsAssume responsibility for any HR events, as requiredOccasional travel to other locations may be required Who You Are Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related fieldAt least two years of experience in an exempt level position providing HR support for an organization with 100 plus employeesA strong track record in a fast paced or growth-oriented organizationExperience handling disciplinary process, employee relations, employee development, new hire orientation, and terminationsAdvanced level understanding of benefits administration, both health & welfare and retirementProfessional, detail-conscious verbal and written communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively within all levels of the organizationAdvanced-level computer skills in Microsoft OfficeExperience with Payroll/HRIS technologyAdditional education, whether graduate degree or relevant professional continuing education, is considered a plusProfessional certification is considered a plus