HR Specialist

Company Overview:

At WashU Carwash, our mission is to be our community's preferred car wash brand by obsessively pursuing excellence in all things. We take pride in maintaining high standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Our core values guide our approach to business and customer service: a strive-not-arrived attitude, the belief that good enough is not good enough, the importance of healthy communication rooted in respect, reliance on data-driven decision-making, and embracing a lean mindset.

About the Role:

The HR Specialist plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Human Resources function. This position assists with employee relations, payroll processing, benefits administration, recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and HR program execution. The HR Specialist serves as a resource for employees and leadership, helping to ensure a positive workplace culture and consistent application of HR policies and practices.

This position is listed as an HR Specialist and has a direct growth path to become an HR Manager or Business Partner, as we continue to rapidly grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee changes, and offboarding.
• Provide guidance to employees and Specialists on HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Administer employee benefits, leave of absence programs, and other HR initiatives.
• Assist with employee relations matters, escalating more complex issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR systems.
• Partner with Specialists on performance management processes, including reviews and corrective actions.
• Coordinate HR initiatives such as training, employee engagement activities, and recognition programs.
• Prepare HR reports and metrics to support decision-making.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (HR certification preferred but not required).
• 3-5 years of HR experience, preferably in a generalist or HR specialist role.
• Working knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and compliance requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in HRIS, ATS, and Microsoft Office Suite.