The Human Resources Specialist will focus in onboarding. This position requires an organized, multitasking and detail oriented individual. Due to the direct contact with sensitive topics and materials, this individual is expected to maintain good objectivity, be discreet and maintain the highest level of confidentiality. The HR Specialist is the Business Partner for areas of Stake Center Locating and is the key contact regarding daily HR functions including but not limited to application processes, benefit administration, company policies and disciplinary actions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Human Resources Specialist will be responsible for performing the following duties:

• Respond to a high level and volume of daily information and emails.
• Process & Track LOA's and prepare weekly LOA report to HR Manager/Director
• Process all required background checks on potential new hires.
• Maintain I-9 forms and complete E-Verify.
• Enter and update employee information in ADP Workforce Now (rate changes, etc.)
• Process all terminations.
• Run HR reports on an as needed basis for Managers.
• Maintain electronic HR records including but not limited to applicants/new hires, disciplinary actions, accidents, damages and terminations.
• Assist the Manager/Director of Human Recourses with the communication and implementation of policies/procedures, and any updated information regarding the HR Department
• Assist Managers with writing disciplinary warnings.
• Schedule meetings and training for their respective managers and markets.
• Perform projects as assigned by the Manager/Director of Human Resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• College degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in Human Resources required.
• 1-2 years of experience of providing support to employee benefit plans.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic knowledge of ADA, EEOC, FMLA and other employment rights regulations.
• Intermediate to advance level of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience with HRIS software.
• Experience in dealing with confidential information.
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Dependable and trustworthy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Multitasker.
• Ability to use analytical thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.