Human Resources Specialist
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Recruitment Drafted and advertised job postings Implemented and optimized company's recruitment strategy - coached hiring managers on interview strategy and completed phone screens of candidates Performed reference checks Facilitated onboarding and monitored background investigations from initiation to clearanceBenefits Administration & Compliance Performed quarterly hours audits and benefits reconciliations, and recommended corrective action as necessary Administered employee health benefits program including identifying eligible employees, running open enrollment, enrolling new hires, reporting terminations, adjusting deductions, updating records, and resolving benefits-related problems Oversaw Workers Compensation program, including document preparation, timely filings, requiredcorrespondence, and ongoing manager training Processed accident and injury reports; maintained OSHA required documentation; prepared and filed government reports to remain in compliance Ensured compliant workplace labor postings Facilitated leave administration Employee Engagement & Events Support DRI on internal all internal communications Assisted planning and executing internal and select external events Built and kept current HR-related SOPs and Manager’s HR Guidebook Supported development and implementation of all Employee Enrichment Programs (including training,development, professional education, feedback & reviews)Payroll, Admin & Record Keeping Drafted internal communications and distributed key documents Completed termination paperwork and assisted with select exit interviews Payroll administration for 100+ employees using Paychex