Human Resource Specialist - Cowley, WY

S&L Industries provides pavement markings, traffic control, guard rails, and bridge resurfacing on roads and parking lots throughout Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico. We take pride in the quality of our work, value the safety of our employees, and work with integrity as a team. Our company has recently grown to 180+ employees, and we are looking for an individual to join our team to support our Human Resource functions.

The Human Resource Specialist position will encompass a variety of Human Resource related tasks including recruiting, onboarding new hires, benefit enrollment, maintaining driver files for DOT compliance, drug and alcohol testing process, and support operations in training, employee retention, and safety functions. This position will also work with individuals in our corporate office located in Omaha, NE.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and create job descriptions and postings for all positions.
• Review job applications, participate in, and coordinate interviews with leadership.
• Onboard new hires: request and ensure completion of paperwork, drug screenings, DOT physicals, and background checks.
• Supports EEO and/or Affirmative Action reporting requirements.
• Communicate and enforce the company's drug and alcohol policy.
• Conduct an annual review and update of driver files to maintain compliance with DOT regulations.
• Distribute and communicate annual enrollment information and confirm completion by all employees.
• Act as primary employee contact regarding HR policies/procedures and benefits.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a training program which promotes the safety and professional growth of our employees.
• Assist the EHS Manager as needed, including filing injury reports and communicating with the insurance company and the employee
• Coordinate and assist in the execution of annual kick-off meetings, year-end events, and other employee appreciation events.
• Provide guidance to management on company policies, regulatory compliance, and adherence to all federal and state employment laws.
• Lead retention initiatives
• Support positive employee relations
• Provide 2 articles quarterly for corporate newsletter.
• Contributes in other capacities as needed by the business and other duties as assigned.

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience with DOT driver requirements preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

S&L Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer