HR Specialist - Alexandria, VA

HR Specialist

Are you ready to grow your HR career? We're looking for an HR Specialist who loves keeping things organized and running smoothly. In this role, you'll be at the heart of our HR team: onboarding new faces, supporting hiring, and assisting with day-to-day HR tasks. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys helping others, and takes pride in creating a positive experience for team members, we'd love to meet you!

This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your HR career while being part of a dynamic, people-first organization. This role is based in the office five days a week and reports directly to our Senior Director of HR.

rand* construction is an award-winning, woman founded, woman-owned national commercial contractor specializing in tenant interiors, retail, restaurants, and building renovations (capital expenditure). Founded in 1989 by Linda Rabbitt, rand* has grown from a small interiors firm to a multi-market construction company offering a wide range of services to national and regional clients. Today, rand* is headquartered in Alexandria, VA, and manages regional offices in Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; and Salt Lake City, UT with revenues in excess of $700 million annually.

Responsibilities of the HR Specialist:

• HR Shared Services
  • Act as the first line of support to answer initial questions or concerns from team members (to include team member benefits and total rewards)
  • Directs team members to the appropriate subject matter experts as necessary, ensuring a smooth flow of information, resources and direction.
• HR Administration
  • Assisting with HR communications via mail distribution
  • Uploading documentation as requested
  • Ensuring compliance with rand* policies and procedures
  • Supports the preparation of HR reports and documentation.
  • Conducts basic HR research on relevant laws and regulations
• Talent Acquisition
  • Prepares offer letters and assists with pre-hire requirements, while ensuring accurate data entry and compliance in ATS system, ADP WorkforceNow
  • Supports candidate coordination and experience throughout the recruiting lifecycle from first introduction through Day 1 with rand*
  • Assists in sourcing candidates and conducting candidate reference checks
• Onboarding
  • Ensures completion of pre-hire screening and documentation, including i-9 and E-Verify companywide
  • Performs Day 1 and welcome coordination
  • Monitor and follow up with new hires to ensure timely completion of all employment, benefits, and training requirements after their start date.
• Support Learning & Development training coordination and logistics
• Additional duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of HR laws, principles, and procedures.
• Adaptability: Comfortable in fast-paced, changing environments.
• Attention to Detail: Especially for paperwork, payroll, and compliance.
• Proactivity: Anticipating needs and staying one step ahead in coordination tasks.
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills
• Clear and courteous in emails, phone calls, and in person.
• Commitment to confidentiality and discretion
• Strong customer service focus
• Ability to multi-task and escalate issues appropriately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook with working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Canva.

Physical Job Demands & Working Conditions

This is a full-time, in-office role in our Alexandria, VA office.

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.

rand* is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, and we aspire to be the most respected and renowned builder for excellence, leadership, integrity, and unsurpassed value.

rand* is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering meaningful careers and cultivating a workplace where individuals can thrive and do their best work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical or physiological condition (including pregnancy), national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please let us know by noting this in your application. All applications must be submitted via randcc.com/careers. Non-solicited resumes submitted elsewhere will not be considered.