HR Compliance Specialist

MERS Goodwill • St. Louis, MO

1d • $22 - $25

About The Position

Our Human Resources team is ooking for a knowledgeable and people-centered HR Relations Specialist who is passionate about creating a fair, respectful, and compliant workplace. In this role, you’ll help ensure we uphold employment laws and HR best practices while supporting leaders and employees through investigations, leave of absence administration, and policy guidance. If you bring a strong understanding of employment regulations, a thoughtful approach to workplace concerns, and a commitment to doing what’s right, we’d love to have you join our team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact and build positive relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal investigations regarding potential policy concerns and prepare clear, thorough summaries of findings.
• Oversee state, federal, and agency leave requests, including FMLA, PWFA, and related compliance requirements.
• Manage employee accommodation requests in accordance with ADA guidelines.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.
• Respond to Unemployment Insurance (UI) inquiries and maintain accurate records of hearings and outcomes.
• Review HR documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to agencies.
• Support quarterly Department of Labor (DOL) and annual EEOC reporting.
• Provide additional support and take on special projects as needed.

Benefits

• Individual and family medical benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Individual and family dental and vision benefits on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours week.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 403(B) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 403(B) Retirement + Employer Match after one year of employment for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(A) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• PTO Accrual up to 15 days based on hours worked.
• Employee store discount
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Schedules
• Career Growth Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level