Senior Human Resources Specialist/Assistant

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Support the administration and coordination of Human Resources (HR) policies and programs across HR Centers of Excellence. Perform site specific duties to assist local HR staff, managers, and employees.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Typically three years of experience in human resources.
Broad knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
Thorough understanding of HR business processes and principles.
Organizational skills to handle varied responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Communication and interpersonal skills to interact with staff at all levels.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency using MS Office tools.
Knowledge of Workday or other HRIS tools.

Nice To Haves

Specialized HR training/certification

Responsibilities

Assist employees and visitors with a broad range of inquiries.
Provide phone/front desk coverage as needed.
Support large and/or complex HR programs, advanced reporting, communications, and special projects.
Plan and coordinate department/site meetings and employee events.
Prepare and/or conduct new hire orientation, onboarding activities and I-9 recordkeeping.
Maintain on-site personnel files, record retention schedules, filing, office supplies, etc. as needed.
Oversee processing and recordkeeping for various business processes (e.g., sign-on bonuses, PTO adjustments).
May lead/serve on company committees as a representative of HR.
Review work processes and make suggestions for improvement.
Comply with information security and confidentiality practices.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Em ployees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of s ervice at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
College Coach Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs