HR Specialist

Job Summary

The Human Resource Specialist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works with field leaders and employees in supporting designated geographic regions. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefit administration, employee relations, training, onboarding, policy implementation and employment law compliance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

· Schedule drug screens, schedule DOT physicals, background checks

· Creating, sorting, reviewing new employee personnel file

· Employee benefits review and enrollment

· Data entry with accuracy of new employee data in the applicable HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems)

· Employee Leave - Manage and monitor employee medical leave to include FMLA, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability

· Special Projects - Assist HR Manager with special projects, implementation of new processes and benefits open enrollment, various HR audits

· Process employee terminations with accuracy and in a timely manner for designated work locations

· Manage employee Substance Abuse Program follow-up

· Process employee pay increase/decrease, job classification updates, transfers

· Assist with employee relations for assigned groups.

· Assist in preparation of company HR policies and procedures

· Process employment verifications

· Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent required.

· Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field is preferred.

· At least three years of HR experience is required.

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive employee information.

· Excellent organization and time management skills

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills

· High level of professionalism and integrity

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong interpersonal skills with ability to maintain professional demeanor.

Working Conditions

· Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

· Consists of sedentary work. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

· Substantial movements of the hands, wrists, and/or fingers.

· Required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures or viewing a computer screen.

PowerGrid Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Human resources: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• SHRM Certified Professional (Preferred)
• Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hartselle, AL 35640 (Required)

Work Location: In person