What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Specialist I position at TIRE RACK?
At Tire Rack, we are passionate about building a thriving team. We pride ourselves on delivering timely, compassionate service to our employees—whether it’s a quick answer to a benefits question when they need it most, or a friendly resource for workshopping the next career step, our Human Resources team is an important part of Tire Rack’s success.
With that goal in mind, our department is growing! We are seeking a detail-oriented and people-motivated HR Specialist I to support our Human Resources Team. Our new team member will offer administrative assistance to all of our employee-support functions. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills and will be able to handle sensitive information with care.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the onboarding process, including: coordinating hire dates, preparing new hire documentation, and ensuring smooth transition for new employees
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR systems, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations
- Providing first-level support for HR related inquiries, directing employees and managers to appropriate resources
- Assisting in processing payroll-related updates, including: timekeeping corrections, leave requests, and employee status changes
- Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by supporting HR audits and documentation requirements
- Supporting employee engagement initiatives, training programs, and HR projects, as needed
- Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, required
- Minimum of 1 year experience in an HR role, required
- Basic knowledge of HR processes, employment laws, and best practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and HRIS systems (Workday, UKG, or similar)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
