Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist - Health Care Facility Our client, a very successful privately owned company in the health care industry with nearly 250 employees in the US and Canada, is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join their team in Bellingham, WA to provide HR support to their expanding local team of currently 60 employees. The successful candidate will be joining a highly respected organization with passionate team who are very proud of the work they do every day. They are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Human Resources Specialist to manage everything from recruitment and onboarding to employee engagement/relations, to payroll accuracy and safety compliance in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Your Primary Responsibilities Include: Coordinate the full onboarding process: from offer acceptance through orientation and first-week setup. Track the employee lifecycle, including introductory-period follow-ups, status changes, and offboarding documentation. Post and manage recruitment activities Payroll & Benefits Administration Review and manage employee timecards for accuracy and support payroll preparation Ensure compliance with Federal, Washington State, and local employment requirements. Support OSHA and workplace safety activities Support the Practice Manager with coaching, corrective action processes, and workplace concerns. Recognize and promptly escalation high-risk matters You Should Have the Following In Your Background to Apply: Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant HR experience. Strong knowledge of Federal and State (WA) employment laws and standards Education: Diploma or degree in Human Resources or a related field. Communication: Excellent written and spoken communication skills; ability to handle sensitive information with extreme confidentiality. Extremely detail-oriented and organized What's in it For You: Base salary of US$60,000-70,000 An annual performance bonus All job applications are considered. All applications are screened by a human. #J-18808-Ljbffr