About the position
SmithGroup is looking for a Human Resources Representative to join our team. This position will be based in our Denver, CO office and will support our Dallas, Denver, Houston, and Phoenix offices. As a Human Resources Representative, you will play a crucial role in performing benefits and payroll administration, which includes the enrollment of new benefits, claims resolution, change reporting, and effectively communicating information to employees and candidates. You will also maintain Human Resource Information System (HRIS) records and compile reports from the database, ensuring that all employee data is accurate and up-to-date. In this role, you will provide exceptional customer service for employees regarding benefits, payroll, and company policies. You will be responsible for tracking and screening candidate credentials, coordinating interview scheduling, and leading the onboarding process for new employees. This includes coordinating and/or conducting new hire orientation, E-Verify, state new hire reporting, new hire training, and entering new hire paperwork into the HRIS database. Additionally, you will develop and administer various human resources plans and procedures for all local personnel, assisting with firmwide initiatives, including the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures. You will participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems, and design, administer, and maintain specific HR-related programs as needed. Providing employee relations counseling and serving as a coaching resource will also be part of your responsibilities. You will advise operational managers on HR, HR law, and employee-related issues while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about human resources and is looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and innovative firm.
Responsibilities
- Perform benefits and payroll administration including enrollment of new benefits, claims resolution, and change reporting.
- Maintain Human Resource Information System records and compile reports from the database.
- Provide customer service for employees on benefits, payroll, and company policies.
- Track and screen candidate credentials, coordinate interview scheduling.
- Lead the onboarding process of new employees including coordinating and/or conducting new hire orientation, E-Verify, state new hire reporting, new hire training, and entering new hire paperwork into HRIS database.
- Develop and administer various human resources plans and procedures for all local personnel.
- Assist firmwide initiatives including the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures.
- Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
- Design, administer and maintain specific HR-related programs as needed.
- Provide employee relations counseling and serve as a coaching resource.
- Advise operational managers on HR, HR law and employee related issues.
- Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or related field, preferred.
- 3 - 6 years HR-related experience or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong ability to pay attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Sensitivity towards confidential information is a must.
- The ability to set priorities, multitask and work independently.
- Proficiency in HRIS system maintenance and file management in a professional setting; Microsoft Office and strong computer literacy is required.
- Working knowledge of UltiPro and talent management software applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills and the ability to work with clients and colleagues at all levels.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Flexible spending account options
- Voluntary insurances
- 401(k) program with employer matching
- Continuing education reimbursement
- 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment
- Option of purchasing additional time off
- 8 paid federal holidays
- Parental leave benefits
- Alternative work schedule providing additional 15 days off per year
- Hybrid work options for flexibility in work environment.
