HR Specialist - St. Louis, United States - McCormack Baron Salazar

    McCormack Baron Salazar
    McCormack Baron Salazar St. Louis, United States

    1 month ago

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    Description

    Human Resources Specialist

    Date Created or Revised: May 9, 2024

    Reports to: Chief Human Resources Officer

    FLSA- Non-Exempt

    Location: Hybrid- St Louis Downtown Office

    Position Overview

    The Human Resources Specialist position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the human resources department. This position provides excellent customer service and handles carious HR related tasks, maintain employee records, provide guidance and support to home office and site employees. The Human Resources Specialist works closely with the talent acquisition team and the payroll team to ensure smooth employee experiences.

    Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

    This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may expand to include other duties and responsibilities based on business needs.

    HR Data Management

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS (Human Resources Information System). Maintain HR department files, records, and documentation in an organized manner.
  • Maintains employee records, ensuring completion and accuracy of details such as employee contact information, job classification, pay rates, organizational structure, and other key details.
  • Process employee data changes, such as new hires, terminations, promotions, and transfers.
  • Generate reports and compile HR data as needed for HR metrics, compliance, and reporting purposes.
  • Ensure data integrity and confidentiality in all HR-related records and documentation.
  • Employee Relations Support

  • Provide timely, accurate, courteous, and appropriate responses to internal and external customers. Responds to human resources-related inquiries from managers and employees, serving as the first point of contact. providing general HR-related guidance.
  • Help coordinate employee recognition programs and events.
  • Support employee engagement initiatives, such as surveys, feedback collection, and action planning.
  • Contribute to maintaining positive employee relations within the organization.
  • Recruitment and Onboarding Support

  • Assist Talent Acquisition Manager and Specialist with pre-employment process as needed.
  • Address new hire and hiring managers' FAQs to help ensure successful onboarding.
  • Process I-9 documentation and work authorization and ensure onboarding paperwork completion.
  • Input new hires into the HRIS system.
  • HR Policies and Compliance

  • Assist in the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations in HR processes and practices.
  • Support HR compliance activities, such as audits, reporting, and record-keeping.
  • Help maintain employee handbooks, HR manuals, and other HR-related documentation.
  • Additional Requirements

  • Must have demonstrated strong problem-solving skills analytical, and quantitative abilities.
  • Excellent project implementation, organizational and planning skills. Able to work with time sensitive projects, demonstrate attention to detail, and meet multiple deadlines. Has experience managing multiple projects successfully through constantly changing priorities.
  • Has the interpersonal skills and presence to communicate and interact effectively with employees and vendors.
  • Experience

  • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint, expert level Excel proficiency, experience with HRIS, and benefits databases.
  • Project and team management/leadership skills and experience.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates.
  • Effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and organization skills.
  • Education

  • Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field, or a minimum of 3 years of related human resources experience.
  • SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations preferred.
  • Work Environment/Physical Demands

  • This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.
  • This position requires manual dexterity, the ability to lift files and open filing cabinets.
  • This position requires sitting, bending, stooping, or standing as necessary.
  • MBS is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer and committed to diversity and inclusion.