HR Specialist

HR Specialist

Take Your Corporate Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Corporate Services team is looking for you! From Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing & Communications, and Information Technology to Legal and Health & Safety, our corporate employees are part of the Kleinfelder ecosystem – supporting the projects that improve the communities we work and live in.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder has an exciting opportunity available for HR Specialist.

This is a hybrid position, reporting to one of our Central or East Division offices 3-4 days per week.

Position Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be a proven HR Specialist who will be able to assist in a variety of HR functions and programs. The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas:

• hands-on training
• administration around employee relations issues
• HR system reporting (UKG Pro experience a plus)
• general HR administration

The role will report directly to the Central Division HR Business Partner and require coordination with managers on HR-related issues. The candidate will participate in implementation and communication of policies, benefits and/or compensation projects and events, and may be responsible for coordinating assigned staff. Will work under minimal supervision within specific guidelines and protocols on highly complex assignments/problems of limited scope.

Education

• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or HR certificate preferred.
• Kleinfelder knowledge and applicable experience will be considered.

Experience

• 1 – 2 years of designated professional experience focusing on a broad range of human resources
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations for designated areas including COBRA, Section 125, ERISA, FMLA, Disability and/or Workers Compensation.

Certification/Registration:

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

Other Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of HRIS systems, UKG Pro experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and knowledge of company operations and products required.
• Ability to balance competing demands.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Integrity & trustworthiness.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with Pay Transparency Laws. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $47,641-$87,906.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.