HR Specialist (Entry Level) Lubbock, Texas

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for providing administrative and operational support for the Human Resources department, primarily in the areas of recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, employee documentation, and HRIS maintenance. This role works closely with/reports to the Human Resources Manager to support day-to-day HR operations and ensure a smooth employee experience from recruitment through onboarding and ongoing employment. This position is intended to serve as an entry-level HR support role with limited employee relations and compliance responsibilities. The Human Resources Specialist will assist with routine HR functions while escalating more complex employee matters, disciplinary issues, investigations, compliance concerns, and policy interpretation matters to the Human Resources Manager. To be successful in this role, the individual must be capable of performing each essential function effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential Functions:

Recruitment & Hiring Support Assist with posting open positions on job boards and recruiting platforms. Review applications and resumes for minimum qualifications. Coordinate interviews and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process. Assist with pre-employment processes including background checks, drug screens, and onboarding paperwork. Maintain applicant tracking records and recruiting documentation. Onboarding & Employee Administration Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation processes. Prepare onboarding packets and ensure completion of required employment documentation. Upload and maintain employee records and documentation within the HRIS and electronic filing systems. Assist employees with basic HR forms and routine employment-related inquiries. Ensure employee files and records remain accurate, organized, and up to date. Benefits Administration Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and general benefit-related questions. Coordinate benefit paperwork and communicate with benefit vendors as needed. Support open enrollment processes and benefit communication efforts. Maintain accurate benefits records and documentation. HRIS & Administrative Support Maintain employee information within the HRIS system and assist with data entry and updates. Generate routine HR reports and assist with tracking onboarding, benefits, and recruiting metrics. Support HR projects, employee communications, and departmental initiatives as assigned. Assist with scheduling meetings, training sessions, and employee events. Employee Support Provide professional and courteous customer service to employees and applicants. Direct employees to the appropriate resources or escalate concerns to the Human Resources Manager when necessary. Support employee engagement initiatives and company events. Other Duties Perform additional administrative or HR support duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.

Position Qualifications:

Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent administrative or recruiting experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.

Experience & Skills:

0 to 2 years of experience in Human Resources, recruiting, administrative support, or related office experience preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn HRIS systems. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. Construction, utility, or field workforce experience is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements:

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time Physical Activity Frequency Stand Occasionally (O) Walk Occasionally (O) Sit Constant (C) Kneel/Squat Rarely (R) Grasp Frequently (F) Climb Stairs Rarely (R)

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment and involves routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Occasional travel to job sites or other company locations may be required. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.