Onboarding Specialist

LHH is proactively seeking a dedicated and proactive Onboarding Specialist to join our client’s HR team on a contract basis.

Job Title: Onboarding Specialist

Location: Houston area, Texas

Job Type: Contract

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $30.00/hr (DOE)

As an Onboarding Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and positive onboarding experience for new hires. You will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating the onboarding process, from the initial offer acceptance to the new hire’s first day and beyond. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to create a welcoming environment for new employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Onboarding Coordination: Manage the end-to-end onboarding process, including preparing offer letters, coordinating pre-employment screenings, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed.
• New Hire Orientation: Conduct new hire orientation sessions to introduce new employees to the company culture, policies, and procedures.
• Documentation Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date onboarding documentation, including employee records and compliance forms.
• Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires, providing support and answering any questions they may have during the onboarding process.
• Training Coordination: Coordinate with various departments to schedule and facilitate training sessions for new employees.
• Employee Engagement: Develop and implement initiatives to enhance the onboarding experience and promote employee engagement from day one.
• Feedback Collection: Gather feedback from new hires about their onboarding experience and use this information to continuously improve the process.
• Compliance: Ensure all onboarding activities comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• HR Support: Assist the HR team with various administrative tasks and projects as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in HR, with a focus on onboarding or employee relations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships and provide support to new hires.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities with the capability to manage competing priorities.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with HRIS systems.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail in documentation, scheduling, and compliance tasks.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly resolve onboarding issues and provide effective solutions.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidentiality: Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive HR information.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($22.00 - $30.00 per hour).
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic HR environment with diverse responsibilities.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Potential for contract extension or transition to a permanent role, based on performance.
  
  

If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for creating a positive onboarding experience, we’d love to hear from you!

Pay Details: $22.00 to $30.00 per hour

Search managed by: Laarnie Thompson

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Requirements

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance