Human Resources Specialist

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Human Resources Specialist to join a dynamic organization remotely during a pivotal phase of growth and transformation. This full-time contract role offers a competitive hourly pay rate of $50 to $60 and lasts approximately 3 to 4 months, beginning August 3, 2026. The position involves partnering closely with HR leadership and business managers to drive employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, and strategic HR initiatives across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with HR leadership and business unit leaders to address employee relations challenges and enhance people management strategies.
• Provide advice and support to managers on performance issues, workplace concerns, policy interpretation, documentation, and employee communications.
• Assist with performance management activities including coaching, development planning, performance improvement, and formal documentation.
• Handle sensitive employee matters professionally, showing empathy, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, respectful, and employee-focused workplace culture.
• Support talent management programs and workforce planning aligned with organizational goals.
• Contribute to employee retention strategies, organizational effectiveness, and strategic people initiatives.
• Work with leaders to identify workforce challenges and craft practical solutions.
• Facilitate organizational change efforts through communication planning, implementation support, and employee engagement.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance HR operations and the employee experience.
• Manage strategic HR projects with multiple stakeholders amid competing priorities.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and compliant employee records and HR documentation.
• Prepare reports, presentations, communications, and materials related to HR initiatives and workforce trends.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, risks, and provide status updates to HR leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies.
• Work with legal counsel when necessary on complex employee issues.
• Uphold confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive business and employee information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with substantial hands-on employee relations responsibilities.
• Proven track record advising leaders on employee relations, performance management, and complex workplace concerns.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws at federal and state levels and HR compliance standards.
• Experience with organizational change, workforce planning, talent management, retention programs, or other strategic HR activities is preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building capabilities.
• Strong project management, organizational skills, and capability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High attention to detail and dedication to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaboratively engaging with leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Proficient using HRIS software, Microsoft Office, and electronic document management systems.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, or sexual orientation. Compliance with laws regarding employment practices is observed, including prohibitions on lie detector tests in certain locations.