HR Specialist

Pueo is known for bringing the best talent and unique tools to every opportunity. Pueo's Parliament (aka workforce) is composed of professionals who are seeking the opportunity to work in a business organization that thrives on career development and independence. In support of mission and professional growth, our Parliament has supported the development of multiple patents, proprietary tools, and applications as well as trademarked processes.

Our organization emphasizes career development across multiple career environments (at the members own pace) and ensures those who contribute broadly are properly rewarded. Pueo has four career environments where every member of the parliament can participate. Each environment has opportunities available for all levels. Opportunities are framed by an employee's desires and capabilities, and we ensure challenges, growth, and unique experiences are available for employees at all levels.

Our Career Environments (Program, Functional, Service, and Leadership) provide numerous opportunities for employees to invest in their personal growth and those things that offer fulfillment. We invest in helping our members create and execute their career development plans. Our Pods (small teams of 5 or less) are comprised of personnel with similar skillsets to ensure mentorship, understanding, and peer support.

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Human Resources Specialist to join our dynamic HR team. Selectee will support the full spectrum of human resources functions, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for helping employees thrive in the workplace. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their career in human resources and develop a trajectory to becoming an HR Director.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Oversee the daily activities and deliverables of an HR Specialist.
• Recruitment & Staffing:
  • Maintain candidate tracker with update to date status of all vacancies, selections, and engage as needed to ensure expeditious processing throughout the recruiting and onboarding process.
  • Facilitate job offers and communicate with candidates through the hiring process.
  • Communicate with candidates during the hiring process and provide updates as needed.
  • Support the onboarding process by preparing new hire paperwork and arranging orientations.
• Employee Relations:
  • Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related inquiries, concerns, and conflicts. Maintaining the HR inbox by addressing or directing inquiries to subject matter experts.
  • Assist in resolving employee issues or concerns and provide guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Promote a positive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives and conflict resolution.
• Benefits Administration:
  • Facilitate employee benefits programs eligibility and inquiries.
  • Provide employees with information on benefits options and assist with enrollment.
• Compliance & Recordkeeping:
  • Support Human Resources Department with adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, and EEO guidelines.
  • Maintain employee records and HR documentation in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory reports as required (e.g., EEO-1, OSHA reports).
• Performance Management & Training:
  • Assist with the administration and retention of employee performance evaluations.
  • Coordinate and deliver training programs (e.g., annual training requirements, compliance, professional development).
• HR Systems & Reporting:
  • Maintain and update employee information in the human resource systems and repositories.
  • Generate HR-related reports (e.g., turnover, headcount, recruitment metrics) for leadership and management.
• Health and Safety:
  • Support workplace safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Assist in managing workers' compensation claims and related documentation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in human resources, preferably in a corporate or mid-sized organization.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to enable, empower, monitor, and improve individual and team performance.

CLEARANCE:

• US Citizenship required

Pueo is an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Pueo takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.