Human Resources Specialist

Aston Carter • City of Peekskill, NY

7d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

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 manage a high volume of sensitive employee records and perform detailed, repetitive work accurately.

This is an in-office position 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 work involves consistent use of computers and standard office software, particularly Microsoft Excel, to review and track I-9 and E-Verify documentation.

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 is strongly preferred.
• 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 document findings clearly.
• Examine supporting employment eligibility documentation associated with Form I-9 records for 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, outstanding documentation, discrepancies, and resolution status.
• Handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage, subject to eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, subject to eligibility and applicable terms.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level