HR Specialist
Valdes Architecture & Engineering
- Lombard, United States
- On-site
- Mid Level
- Posted
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs and serve as a resource for employee benefit questions
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of benefit plan designs, administration requirements, and applicable regulations
- Maintain confidential employee information and records with a high level of professionalism and discretion
- Coordinate background checks, employment verifications, and professional references for prospective and current employees
- Support compensation administration and the annual performance review process
- Assist with organizational development initiatives and other HR programs
- Support employee relations matters such as planning, communicating, and attending events during work hours and non-work hours as available
- Coordinate and facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding activities including pre-employment drug testing and background checks, communication, and other processes
Assist with employee development and training initiatives
- Assist the Talent Acquisition team with recruiting, staffing, interview, and hiring logistics if applicable
- Conduct research and fact-finding related to candidates, employment information, recruiting sources, and other HR matters as needed
- Prepare and review offer letters, payroll documentation, employee changes, and other HR paperwork to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Provide HR support for year-end activities and other cyclical HR initiatives
- Provide confidential administrative and HR support to the President, Vice Presidents, Directors, and other members of leadership as needed
- Respond to employee questions and provide employee services, guidance, and support
- Maintain accurate HR documentation, records, reports, and electronic files
- Assist with special projects and evolving HR department priorities
- Perform other duties as assigned by the HR Manager or company management
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Communications, or a related field required.
5+ years of Human Resources experience required
- Experience supporting multiple areas of Human Resources, including benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, talent acquisition, and general HR administration
- Experience with benefit administration, benefit plan designs, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements
- Experience working in a professional services engineering, architecture, consulting, or similar environment is highly preferred
Experience working with ADP is a plus
- SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar professional HR certification is a plus
- Must be comfortable providing front desk/reception coverage at least one day per week, including greeting visitors and supporting general office needs as required
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong research and fact-finding skills, including the ability to appropriately research candidate information, employment information, and recruiting sources
- Exceptional attention to detail, particularly when preparing offer letters, payroll documentation, employee records, and other employment-related materials where accuracy
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to learn and effectively utilize HR systems, recruiting platforms, and other business technology
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.
