What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist position at Pressley Ridge?
Pressley Ridge Benefits
The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.
- Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match
- Prescription coverage
- Dental and vision plans
- Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
- Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
- Wellness incentive (up to $250)
- 403b with up to 9% employer give/match
- Free life insurance and AD&D
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 9 paid holidays (7 recognized holidays plus a floating and birthday holiday per year)
- Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Position Summary
The Human Resources (HR) Specialist is responsible for providing support to all functions of the human resources department to expedite the overall effectiveness of the department in a manner consistent with the organization’s mission. The HR Specialist follows federal and state regulations for completing and maintaining required employee documentation. The HR Specialist must maintain confidentiality of information and exercise discretion when providing information.
Essential Responsibilities
- Processes Workers' Compensation claims
- Assists in completing initial Unemployment Compensation forms and gathering information as needed
- Assists with creating Wellness Program content and other benefit communication
- Answers general HR-related policy questions and escalates issues
- Responds to employment verification requests
- Provides HR support such as ordering office supplies, scheduling appointments, meeting rooms, etc.
- Maintains data within the HRIS and other HR systems.
- Supports HR Generalists to ensure personnel files are maintained in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
- Assists the HR Generalists with preparing personnel files for internal and external audits.
- Assists with special projects or other HR-related tasks to support the HR function.