Amass: Human Resource Specialist - Kansas City

Amass•Kansas City, MO

4d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resource Specialist is a critical member of the Amass HR team, providing hands-on, in-office support for HR operations across AHRS and APS. This role manages onboarding, compliance, employee relations, benefits administration, and recordkeeping. The Specialist also contributes to the development and delivery of internal training programs and the creation of company policies to ensure compliance and consistency across all staffing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a human resources role supporting multi-state operations
Familiarity with labor law compliance, HR documentation practices, and onboarding procedures
HRIS experience required (Paycom preferred)
High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a service-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Responsibilities

Facilitate onboarding for all internal and temporary employees, including background checks, I-9 verification, and policy signoffs
Maintain employee records and compliance documentation in Paycom
Assist with employee exits, including offboarding checklists, final pay coordination, and exit interviews
Ensure HR practices remain compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions
Support internal audits, OSHA reporting, workers’ compensation filings, and compliance logs
Maintain standardized HR procedures and up-to-date documentation
Assist in drafting, updating, and distributing company policies and employee handbooks
Help create and facilitate internal training sessions on compliance, onboarding, and workplace expectations
Maintain an organized repository of training materials and policy documents
Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and workplace issues
Document employee concerns and assist in resolving routine employee relations matters
Support managers and site leaders in addressing performance or disciplinary issues in a compliant manner
Manage enrollment, changes, and terminations of employee benefits
Support employees with questions regarding coverage, eligibility, and claims
Coordinate with payroll and third-party vendors on benefits deductions and issue resolution
Generate reports on headcount, turnover, compliance, and onboarding progress
Identify opportunities for HR process improvements and assist with system implementations or updates
Collaborate with Payroll, Accounting, and Operations as needed to ensure smooth interdepartmental workflows