HR Specialist

We are looking for an HR Specialist to join a services organization in Greenville, South Carolina on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position focuses on creating a smooth and accurate onboarding experience by coordinating employee onboarding documentation and entering employee information into HR and payroll-related systems. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and a service-minded approach when working with clients and newly hired employees.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new employees by collecting required hiring documents and confirming all materials are complete.
• Review submitted paperwork carefully to identify missing details, inconsistencies, or compliance concerns before processing.
• Enter employee information into HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping platforms with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Communicate with clients and new employees to resolve documentation questions and provide clear guidance on onboarding requirements.
• Maintain organized and confidential employee records in accordance with company standards and applicable privacy expectations.
• Support payroll and human resources teams by ensuring employee data is updated and available for downstream processing needs.
• Track onboarding deadlines and follow up promptly to help ensure all hiring steps are completed on schedule.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in human resources administration, onboarding, payroll support, or a closely related function.
• Working knowledge of HRIS platforms and comfort entering and validating employee data in multiple systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive information accurately and confidentially.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills when assisting clients, employees, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to organize competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain consistency in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with employee records handling and compliance expectations within regulated or privacy-sensitive settings, including HIPAA-aware environments.

Compensation

$20.90-$24.20 Hourly

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