Human Resources Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT TECH ELECTRONICS

Tech Electronics is a family-owned systems integrator that has been connecting and protecting people, property, and communities since 1963. From our St. Louis roots, our 400+ teammates design, install, monitor, and service integrated fire & life safety, security, communications, and audiovisual systems across the Midwest and Colorado, helping customers work smarter, feel safer, and collaborate more effectively.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist performs professional-level work across multiple functional areas of human resources, including employee relations, onboarding, training, employment law compliance, benefits administration, and HRIS management. Supporting Tech Electronics employees across the Midwest and Colorado, this role helps administer policies and programs that keep the workforce engaged, informed, and compliant. The position partners closely with managers and employees to advance a positive, people-focused culture that reflects the company's family-owned values and its mission to help customers work smarter and feel safer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all personnel and assists in developing, implementing, and communicating updated policies across the organization.
• Prepares and maintains the employee handbook and supporting policy documentation, ensuring content stays current with applicable federal and state employment laws.
• Develops and maintains the company's affirmative action program and supports related reporting and record-keeping obligations.
• Conducts and manages the onboarding process for all new hires, coordinating paperwork, orientation, and first-day logistics across multiple office and field locations.
• Manages and delivers compliance training for new and existing employees, tracking completion and maintaining accurate records.
• Coaches, counsels, and guides managers on employee relations matters before disciplinary actions are executed, promoting fair and consistent treatment.
• Organizes and manages annual open enrollment communications and the benefits election process, serving as a resource for employee benefits questions.
• Conducts exit interviews and outplacement counseling, then analyzes feedback to identify retention and engagement opportunities.
• Maintains and coordinates employee recognition programs that reinforce the company's culture and values.
• Maintains employee personnel files and all employee and applicant documentation in accordance with governing agency requirements.
• Administers and maintains the human resource information system (HRIS), ensuring data accuracy and generating reports as needed.
• Assists with recruitment tasks as needed, including posting positions, coordinating interviews, and supporting hiring managers through the selection process.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two or more years of progressive human resources experience across multiple functional areas.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and compliance requirements, including affirmative action and EEO.
• Experience administering employee benefits, onboarding, and HRIS platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR software systems.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and partner effectively with employees and managers at all levels.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Solid understanding of HR best practices and employment compliance.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical skills to interpret HR data and identify trends.
• Collaborative, service-oriented approach consistent with a family-owned company culture.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily works in an office environment and regularly operates a computer and standard office equipment.
• Frequently sits for extended periods, with periodic standing, walking, and reaching.
• Occasionally lifts and carries files, materials, or supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional travel to other company offices or job sites may be required.
• Requires clear communication in person, by phone, and in writing throughout the workday.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Tech Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

Must be able to pass a drug and background screen.