Bilingual Human Resources Specialist

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. The Opportunity The PCA Group of Companies is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Bilingual Human Resources Specialist to join our growing Human Resources team. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys recruiting, working directly with employees, and being part of a fast-paced organization where no two days are exactly the same. Approximately 70% of this position will focus on recruiting and talent acquisition, 20% on payroll and timekeeping support, and 10% on employee relations and general HR responsibilities. This position is fully on-site in Ronkonkoma, New York and requires professional fluency in English and Spanish . About PCA Created more than 35 years ago, The PCA Group of Companies (PCA) is a privately owned, global beauty holding company led by its founders and the next generation of the family. Today, our organization includes approximately 1,500 employees across multiple geographic locations , supporting omnichannel distribution and fulfillment within the beauty, fragrance, skincare, cosmetics, wellness, and personal care industries. Through our interconnected capabilities—including distribution, logistics, retail strategy, e-commerce, marketing, and brand development,we help our partners compete and grow in an increasingly dynamic global marketplace. For the right HR professional, that growth creates significant opportunity to learn, develop, and build a long-term career. What You'll Do Talent Acquisition & Recruiting – Approximately 70% Recruiting will be the primary focus of this position. The Bilingual Human Resources Specialist will work closely with Human Resources and departmental leadership to identify, attract, screen, and hire qualified candidates across the organization. Responsibilities include: Manage recruiting activities for multiple open positions simultaneously. Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and position requirements. Draft and post job advertisements across appropriate recruiting platforms. Review resumes and applications and identify qualified candidates. Conduct initial telephone, virtual, and in-person candidate screenings. Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers. Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process. Assist with offer letters, pre-employment requirements, background checks, and onboarding. Maintain accurate candidate information within the company's applicant tracking system. Develop candidate pipelines for frequently recruited positions. Participate in recruiting events, career fairs, community outreach, and other talent-acquisition initiatives. Help identify new recruiting sources and strategies to improve candidate quality and time-to-fill. Support recruitment efforts for both office and operational/warehouse positions. Provide bilingual recruiting and onboarding support for Spanish-speaking candidates and employees. Payroll & Timekeeping – Approximately 20% The Human Resources Specialist will also assist with payroll administration and employee timekeeping. Responsibilities may include: Review employee time and attendance records for accuracy. Identify missing punches, scheduling discrepancies, or other timekeeping issues. Work with employees and managers to resolve payroll and timekeeping questions. Assist with compiling and entering payroll-related information. Maintain employee payroll and personnel information. Review employee changes that may impact payroll, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and time-off information. Assist Human Resources with payroll reporting and recordkeeping. Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information at all times. Employee Relations & General HR Support – Approximately 10% The successful candidate will also provide day-to-day Human Resources support to our employee population. Responsibilities include: Serve as an accessible HR resource for employees who have questions or need assistance. Provide bilingual HR support to Spanish-speaking employees when needed. Assist with employee relations matters under the direction of Human Resources leadership. Help communicate company policies, procedures, and HR programs. Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records. Prepare employment documentation and reports. Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities. Support HR compliance, training, employee communication, and special projects. Help create a professional, respectful, responsive, and employee-focused HR environment. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who is organized, energetic, approachable, and interested in building a long-term career in Human Resources. Qualifications Previous Human Resources, recruiting, payroll, administrative, or employee-support experience preferred. Recruiting or talent-acquisition experience strongly preferred. Experience with payroll and/or employee timekeeping systems preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Comfortable speaking with candidates and employees at all levels of an organization. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential employee information professionally. Strong follow-through and sense of urgency. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience with an applicant tracking system (ATS), HRIS, payroll system, or PEO platform is a plus. The Person We're Looking For We're not simply looking for someone who wants to complete HR transactions. We're looking for someone who wants to grow as an HR professional . The exceptional candidate will be curious, proactive, comfortable interacting with people, and willing to take ownership of assignments. You should enjoy recruiting, solving problems, helping employees, and learning how different areas of Human Resources work together. PCA is an extremely diverse organization, and this position will have the opportunity to work with employees and leaders across multiple departments, backgrounds, and levels of the organization. For someone who wants exposure to recruiting, payroll, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations, this position offers considerable opportunity for professional development. Position: Bilingual Human Resources Specialist Location: Ronkonkoma, New York Work Arrangement: On-Site Language Requirement: Bilingual English/Spanish Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience ($65,000.00 - $75,000.00) Benefits Include Paid Time Off Medical Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) eligibility after one year of service Professional development and growth opportunities Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The PCA Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The PCA Group of Companies recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr