Human Resources Specialist
About The Position
This temporary Human Resources Specialist role focuses on I-9 compliance and supports a dedicated HR project to review and audit employee Form I-9 documentation. The specialist ensures existing I-9 records are complete, accurate, and properly documented, working closely with HR team members to resolve discrepancies. The role is suited to someone with extensive I-9 and E-Verify experience who can handle a high volume of sensitive employee records and perform detailed, repetitive work accurately. This is an in-office role in Peekskill, New York, with a Monday through Friday schedule from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, based on a 35-hour work week. The professional office environment supports a large, community-focused health network providing primary, preventive, and behavioral health services across multiple locations. The role involves consistent computer use and standard office software, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Requirements
- Extensive hands-on experience with Form I-9 verification and documentation.
- Strong experience with E-Verify processes and systems.
- Experience in human resources, HR support, HR compliance, or HR administration.
- Ability to review employee documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation discrepancies and inconsistencies.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills to manage a high volume of records.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Extensive I-9 experience beyond basic exposure.
- Experience with HR audits and compliance-related projects.
- Experience in general human resources or HR support roles.
Responsibilities
- Review and audit employee Form I-9 records for completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.
- Identify missing, incomplete, inconsistent, or inaccurate information in I-9 records and clearly document findings.
- Examine supporting employment eligibility documentation associated with Form I-9 records to ensure validity and compliance.
- Review E-Verify records and supporting documentation, when applicable, to confirm alignment with I-9 information.
- Help identify records requiring correction, additional documentation, or follow-up.
- Maintain organized, accurate, and up-to-date records throughout the I-9 audit process.
- Track audit progress, including outstanding documentation, discrepancies, and resolution status.
- Handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents
- Short- and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
