HR Specialist

HR SpecialistHot JobBristol Hospice - Salt Lake City, UTSalary Range $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Position Type FT Hourly Job Shift DayThis position is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Candidates must reside within the Salt Lake City metropolitan area and have the ability to work onsite at our corporate headquarters located at 206 N 2100 W, Suite 202, Salt Lake City, UT 84116. As a Human Resources Assistant at Bristol Hospice, you're the calm in the middle of a busy, meaningful storm. You're the first voice someone hears when they need help, clarity, or connection. With every inquiry you answer, every document you process, every new hire you onboard, every file you audit—you help ensure that our employees can stay focused on what matters most: providing extraordinary care to patients and families.You don't just follow processes. You steward them. You bring structure, accuracy, and compassion to an environment where thousands of employees depend on your expertise.Our culture is cultivated using the following values:Integrity: We are honest and professional.Trust: We count on each other.Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.In this fast-moving role, you become the heartbeat of the HR service experience at Bristol Hospice. Each day brings a blend of structure, service, and problem-solving as you support employees across multiple locations. Here's how you make an impact:Serve as the first point of contact for employees seeking support—listening, troubleshooting, and expertly directing inquiries appropriately.Guide employees through self-service tools and resources, helping them confidently navigate HR systems and direct access materials.Follow and uphold established HR Advisor workflows, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and service excellence across all team operations.Lead the onboarding experience by managing post-offer screenings, coordinating with Talent Acquisition and site leadership, completing HRIS requirements, and ensuring first-day readiness for every new hire.Partner closely with field Business Office Managers and Specialists to track required employee documentation and verify all certifications are current and compliant with standardized processes.Conduct annual background screenings for staff and medical directors, promptly flagging any concerns to the Regional HR Director.Perform compliance audits as needed and escalate any findings or irregularities to HR leadership.Draft, prepare, and format letters, documents, and presentations, supporting a variety of HR communications and initiatives.Maintain accurate employee files for both home office and field locations, ensuring all information is complete, organized, and audit-ready.Review field documentation to ensure alignment with CHAP standards as well as state and local regulatory requirements.Build strong, positive working relationships with coworkers, leaders, and vendors—serving as a trusted partner who communicates clearly and professionally.Support key HR initiatives, including retention programs, employee engagement surveys, and ESG-related projects.Provide essential HRIS support, including password resets, PAF guidance, and other entry-level system tasks that keep operations running smoothly.Take on additional responsibilities as assigned, embracing a dynamic environment where no two days look exactly alike.Other duties as assignedRequirements:Up to three (3) years working in administrative office environment.Strong attention to detailOne (1) to Three (3) years of experience in Human Resources or in a fast-paced high-volume environment.Knowledge of HR processes, policies, best practices, and State and Federal Labor LawsAbility to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all timesStrong skills in Microsoft office specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint and in HRIS systemsExcellent analytical and organizational skills, resulting in the ability to problem solve in a busy environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to prioritize, meet deadlines, and good attention to detailStrong customer service skills with a positive attitudeAbility to work self-sufficiently but in a team environmentWe Got the Perks: (full-time benefits)Tuition ReimbursementPTO and Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and moreHSA & 401(k) availableMileage Reimbursement for applicable positionsAdvanced training programsPassionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industryJoin a team that embraces the reverence of life!EEOC StatementBristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.