Human Resources Specialist

About the Role

Horner & Shifrin, Inc. is recruiting a dedicated Human Resources Specialist for a full-time onsite position in the Greater St. Louis area. The role requires at least two years of HR experience and focuses on delivering consistent and confidential HR support within a growing company offering significant career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily assistance and clear communication to employees and leaders, ensuring a consistent experience.
• Handle sensitive employee and HR records including FMLA and workers' compensation with utmost confidentiality.
• Manage and administer leave programs, such as FMLA, in compliance with federal and state laws while guiding employees and managers.
• Act as the main administrator and expert for HRIS systems, preferably Paycor, overseeing data accuracy, system setup, reporting, troubleshooting, and user assistance.
• Support recruitment efforts by managing job postings, onboarding paperwork, and preliminary candidate screenings.
• Update employee records in the HRIS and conduct employment verifications.
• Assist in preparing compliance reports such as EEO-1 and generate HR metrics reports.
• Represent the company at job fairs and recruitment events to attract talent.
• Perform clerical duties including maintaining personnel files.
• Lead onboarding and offboarding processes, including orientation sessions and exit interviews, and manage unemployment claim responses.
• Help coordinate benefits renewals and the open enrollment period.
• Contribute to other HR projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strict adherence to confidentiality regarding employee and HR data.
• Ability to multitask with precision and attention to detail.
• Self-driven with strong initiative and capacity to work independently.
• Team collaboration skills across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational capabilities.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Completion of a background check is mandatory.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related discipline is required.

Salary and Benefits

The compensation for this role ranges from $60,000 to $75,000 annually, based on the candidate’s expertise and location. Horner & Shifrin offers a competitive total rewards package that includes flexible scheduling, casual dress code, company-sponsored activities, paid parental leave, domestic partner benefits, and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Recognized as a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for consecutive years from 2017–2026, the company fosters an environment focused on employee innovation, growth, and satisfaction.

Additional Information and Application Process

Horner & Shifrin is a 100% employee-owned business and is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Interested candidates must apply through the company’s website and cannot submit inquiries by phone or visit the office. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application process. The company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third parties without prior HR approval.