HR Specialist II - AMZ8176.8

Amazon•Seattle, WA

25d•Remote

About The Position

HR Specialist II AMZ8176.8 (multiple positions available) Multiple Positions Available: 1. Lead and optimize the background check screening program for design, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the network for designated business line(s). 2. Drive the strategy, vision, and roadmap, with a high degree of ownership over critical features and customer experience. 3. Design and implement short- and long-term solutions for complex business challenges, delivering results with limited guidance while optimizing procedures and processes 4. Oversee complex project implementations spanning compliance, customer experience, operational efficiency, and technical automation. 5. Develop and execute plans by communicating business and screening requirements, negotiating priorities, and defining success criteria across teams. 6. Evaluate potential vendors, assess their fit for organizational needs, write comprehensive proposals, secure leadership buy-in, and manage the onboarding process for new vendors to support business objectives. 7. Drive cross-team initiatives and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to achieve business goals and drive operational excellence. 8. Use strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to backup assumptions, evaluate outcomes, and develop and implement data-driven strategies to enhance program efficiency and service quality. 9. Present findings and recommendations to leadership up to three levels above, facilitating dialogue and fostering shared understanding. 10. Demonstrate the understanding of technical concepts, managing and prioritizing trade-offs and new opportunities with technical team members. 11. 100% telecommuting permitted, work may be performed from anywhere in the U.S. (40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $82,700/year to $ 112,500 /year) Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation Basic Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in engineering, business administration, human resources management or related field and 3 years of experience in job offered or project/program management related occupation. The pay range for this position in Seattle, WA is $82,700/year to $ 112,500/year however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided by Seattle, WA Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site. Preferred Qualifications: All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations [https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations] for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in engineering, business administration, human resources management or related field and 3 years of experience in job offered or project/program management related occupation.
3 year of experience in developing and driving strategic initiatives within a cross-functional environment
3 year of experience in root causes analysis to identify issues with process and tools
3 year of experience in process improvements and operational support
3 year of experience in status reporting and presentations to stakeholders and customers

Responsibilities

Lead and optimize the background check screening program for design, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the network for designated business line(s).
Drive the strategy, vision, and roadmap, with a high degree of ownership over critical features and customer experience.
Design and implement short- and long-term solutions for complex business challenges, delivering results with limited guidance while optimizing procedures and processes
Oversee complex project implementations spanning compliance, customer experience, operational efficiency, and technical automation.
Develop and execute plans by communicating business and screening requirements, negotiating priorities, and defining success criteria across teams.
Evaluate potential vendors, assess their fit for organizational needs, write comprehensive proposals, secure leadership buy-in, and manage the onboarding process for new vendors to support business objectives.
Drive cross-team initiatives and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to achieve business goals and drive operational excellence.
Use strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to backup assumptions, evaluate outcomes, and develop and implement data-driven strategies to enhance program efficiency and service quality.
Present findings and recommendations to leadership up to three levels above, facilitating dialogue and fostering shared understanding.
Demonstrate the understanding of technical concepts, managing and prioritizing trade-offs and new opportunities with technical team members.