Human Resources Specialist

Schedule: This role is a full‑time hourly position supporting our 1st and 2nd shifts. The schedule will be Monday‑Friday with varied start times. Responsibilities As an HR Specialist, you will perform a wide variety of human resource activities tied to the employee life cycle. You will work closely with leaders to streamline workflows, conduct audits, deliver reports, support employee engagement and onboarding initiatives, collaborate with a dynamic HR team, and act as a trusted resource for confidential matters. Leave Administration Serve as a point of contact for workers’ compensation claims, ensuring documentation and follow‑up actions meet company standards. Support administration of leave‑of‑absence requests, accommodation requests, and maintain communication with associates to ensure smooth employee transitions back to work. Assist employees with benefits, open enrollment, and other general support inquiries by delivering clear, accurate responses and partnering on escalated inquiries as needed. Manage unemployment claims, compile supporting documentation, and track progress to resolution. Process employee changes such as internal movements, terminations, and other status changes. Collaborate with MRO in post‑accident and pre‑employment screening processes. Ensure timely processing of I‑9 reverification, when needed. Compliance & Policy Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of HR trends, regulatory changes, best practices, and new technologies to inform policy recommendations and maintain regulatory compliance. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance. Employee Support & Engagement Provide employee support as needed to frequently asked questions regarding policies, benefits, hiring processes, and payroll, escalating more complex inquiries as needed. Assist with internal communications, employee recognition programs, and incentive initiatives, fostering a positive workplace environment. Support conducting new‑hire orientation sessions as needed. Support processing payroll and assisting with daily timekeeping inquiries as needed. Other Duties Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently. Ability to raise issues proactively and in a timely manner. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sephora