Human Resources Specialist

Job Description:

• Prepare and review compensation and benefits packages
• Administer health and life insurance programs
• Plan and coordinate monthly sync sessions with Program leaders
• Foster a healthy workplace by ensuring HR procedures run smoothly at all times
• Inform employees about eligibility for additional benefits (e.g. extra overtime)
• Update employee records with new hire information and/or changes in employee status
• Maintain organizational charts with detailed job descriptions and salary records
• Develop and implement HR policies throughout the organization
• Process and respond to employee queries in a timely manner
• Stay up-to-date and comply with changes in labor legislation
• Perform other job related duties as required

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or relevant field is required
• Proven work experience as an HR specialist or HR Generalist
• Hands-on experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
• Solid understanding of labor legislation and payroll process
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills – must be able to multitask and prioritize
• Ability to adapt and implement change and innovation
• Strong interpersonal relations skills; able to deal with people at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and managing relationships with an ability to listen and maintain patience during difficult situations