Human Resources Administrator
About The Position
ZT Automotive is a growing, high-performance automotive group committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience and operational excellence across 16 dealerships in Texas, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly organized and proactive HR Administrator to support our Human Resources team and help drive people-focused initiatives across our enterprise. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your HR career within a dynamic, growth-focused automotive group that values its people as their greatest asset. The HR Administrator serves as a key operational resource for the Human Resources department, supporting a wide range of HR functions including recruiting coordination, onboarding, employee records management, benefits administration, compliance, and HR communications. This role requires a detail-oriented, people-first professional who is comfortable working across multiple dealership locations and can effectively support both headquarters’ operations and field-level store needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- Minimum 2–3 years of HR administrative or generalist experience; automotive or multi-site retail experience a strong plus.
- Working knowledge of employment law across multiple states (TX, GA, AL, FL) preferred.
- Experience with Paylocity; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional, approachable demeanor.
- High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required for regular travel between Houston HQ and Alvin, TX stores).
- Professional appearance and strong work ethic.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate full-cycle recruiting activities including job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communications across all ZT Automotive locations.
- Support new hire onboarding, ensuring all documentation, system access, and orientation activities are completed accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring data integrity and compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
- Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries, acting as a liaison with benefit providers as needed.
- Support payroll processing by collecting, verifying, and submitting timekeeping data and personnel changes to the payroll team.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across TX, GA, AL, and FL, including required postings and reporting.
- Assist in the administration of employee leave programs including FMLA, PDA, and state leave laws.
- Draft and distribute HR communications including offer letters, status change notices, and policy updates.
- Assist the Director of HR in planning and executing HR projects, training initiatives, and culture-building activities.
- Serve as a point of contact for general employee HR questions and escalate complex matters appropriately.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
- Travel between Houston HQ and Ron Carter stores in Alvin, TX on a regular schedule (approximately 1–2 days per week).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
