Human Resources Specialist - Greeley, CO

VetJobs•Greeley, CO

1d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Specialist supports multiple HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, process improvement, benefits administration, and leave management. The role focuses on creating a positive employee experience and aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals. The position is on-site in Greeley, Colorado. The specialist administers employee benefits and leave programs, provides guidance to employees, supports compliance and reporting, maintains HRIS records, and provides backup support for recruitment and new-hire processing. The role also supports corporate compliance training and reports sensitive employee matters to management as appropriate.

Requirements

Knowledge of HRIS systems and HR best practices.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work proactively with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge of industry product reporting systems.
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including occasionally exerting up to 25 pounds of force and frequently exerting up to 10 pounds of force.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in benefits administration, recruitment, and/or HR.
HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR.

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to employment laws and regulations, including EEO, OFCCP, HIPAA, DOL, and WHD requirements, under the direction of HR leadership.
Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries about policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.
Inform corporate and regional management of sensitive issues that may require immediate attention and resolution.
Assist with terminations, including conducting and processing exit interviews and coordinating separation agreements.
Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and other ancillary benefits.
Educate employees about benefits and leave options and assist with claims and documentation.
Lead annual open enrollment by creating materials, hosting informational sessions, and overseeing implementation.
Develop and distribute ongoing benefits communications in partnership with Marketing Communications.
Work with HR and other teams to streamline benefits processes and ensure accuracy.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve benefits programs and employee satisfaction.
Participate in benefits compliance and reporting, including ACA, HIPAA, ERISA, and COBRA.
Manage leave programs, including FMLA and other leave types, in accordance with legal requirements and company policies.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee leave inquiries and support, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.
Prepare and submit HR reports and documents on time.
Maintain accurate HRIS records, update employee files, upload required documents, and provide information for payroll and other uses.
Provide backup corporate recruitment support, including job postings, offer letters, new-hire processing, candidate paperwork and guidance, I-9 documentation, and background checks for candidates and employees.
Support the development and facilitation of corporate compliance training.