Human Resources Specialist

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated HR Specialist – Total Rewards to join our HR team. This is a junior-level role with 2-3 years of experience supporting broader total rewards initiatives including benefits, compensation administration, and compliance.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and passionate about ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while contributing to a growing and evolving HR function.

Key Responsibilities:

Total Rewards & HR Support

• Assist with benefits administration (enrollments, changes, terminations) including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, life insurance, and paid leave
• Support compensation updates including salary changes and promotions
• Leave of absence administration
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and generate reports as needed
• Assist with annual compensation review cycles
• Work as a liaison between Total Rewards and Payroll
• Support compliance documentation and internal HR processes
• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to payroll and total rewards
• Employee Communication: Educate employees on benefits options, enrollment periods, and plan changes through presentations, handbooks, and digital platforms.
• Vendor & Provider Liaison: Coordinate with insurance providers, brokers, and third-party administrators to ensure high-quality service and seamless employee experience.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA, COBRA, and ACA, and support accurate reporting and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in payroll, HR operations, or total rewards (Required)
• Basic knowledge of payroll laws and compliance requirements
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Workday, etc.) (Required)
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong communication and customer service skills