Human Resources Representative I- 4P/662

Human Resources Representative I

Location: Atlanta, GA Contract- 6 Months Client- Southern Company Services.

Position Overview

The Human Resources Representative I plays a key role within the HR department by supporting employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives. This position serves as a liaison between employees and HR leadership, ensuring HR operations run efficiently while fostering a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in HR best practices, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple HR functions with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns.
  • Provide guidance and support on HR-related matters.
  • Assist in resolving routine employee issues and escalating complex concerns when necessary.
• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
  • Post job openings and review resumes.
  • Conduct initial candidate screenings.
  • Schedule interviews and support hiring managers throughout the selection process.
• Benefits Administration
  • Administer employee benefits programs including: Health insurance, Retirement plans, Other employee benefits.
  • Assist employees with benefits inquiries and enrollment changes.
• HR Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and HR policies, including EEOC, FMLA, ADA, Wage and hour laws.
  • Monitor and update HR policies as needed.
• Onboarding & Offboarding
  • Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation sessions.
  • Ensure completion of required employment documentation.
  • Conduct exit interviews and process termination paperwork.
  • Collect company property during employee departures.
• Records Management
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HR systems.
  • Ensure data integrity and security.
• Performance Management
  • Assist in tracking performance reviews.
  • Support performance improvement plans and related documentation.
• Training & Development
  • Coordinate training programs.
  • Track employee training progress.
  • Support logistics for training initiatives.
• Reporting & Analytics
  • Generate HR reports and metrics such as Headcount, Turnover rates, Recruitment statistics, Compliance data.
• Employee Engagement
  • Support engagement initiatives and recognition programs.
  • Assist with team-building activities and internal communications.

Required Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • HR certifications such as SHRM-CP or PHR are a plus.
• Experience
  • Several years of experience in HR roles, including Employee relations, Recruitment, Benefits administration.
• Knowledge & Skills
  • Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment laws.
  • Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • High attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Customer-service-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Core Competencies

• Employee advocacy and support
• Compliance and policy knowledge
• Relationship-building skills
• Organizational and multitasking abilities
• Professional judgment and discretion
• Analytical and reporting capabilities