Human Resources Specialist I
 Sares Regis Group | |||||||||
sick time, 401(k)
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 United States, Arizona, Phoenix | |||||||||
 Aug 26, 2026 | |||||||||
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Human Resources Specialist I Job Locations
US-AZ-Phoenix
Overview Seeking an HR Specialist to work in our beautiful Phoenix office! Job Summary: The HR Specialist provides comprehensive support to employees and management across a broad range of human resources functions, with a primary focus on HR Operations support, employee support, HR administration, policy interpretation, compliance, and employee lifecycle support. This role serves as a key resource for employees by addressing general questions and concerns workplace concerns maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring consistent application of company policies and employment practices. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: HR Operations & Department Support * Primary customer service contact for department; phone calls, HR Mailbox, ticket system * Processes, verifies, and maintains employment-related documents, records, and files. * Manages HR-related invoices and ensures timely payment processing * Compiles and prepares HR metrics, reports, and analytics * Assists with policy updates, handbook maintenance, and process improvements. * Maintains an attitude and philosophy consistent with the company's standards. * Maintains required employment records and assists with audits and reporting requirements Employee Support & Administration * Provides customer service to employees regarding benefits, leaves of absence, payroll-related inquiries, policies, and other employment matters * Monitors and manages HR email and voicemail inboxes and responds or escalates inquiries as appropriate. * Maintains accurate and confidential employee files, employment records, and HRIS data * Coordinates employee status changes, including new hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, and terminations * Facilitates the property offboarding process * Manages Employee Terminations and Exit Process * Manages incoming and outgoing department mail * Creates, tracks and manages Employee Separation agreements * Manages employee recruiting/background process * Assists with the new hire process (Insperity then Paylocity) * Prepares employment verification requests, employee correspondence, reports, and other HR documentation * Fulfills employee file requests * Gathers employee information and date as required for legal and/or Employee relations matters * Manages ticketing system and submits I.T. Tickets (End User, Change User, LOA's) * Assists with employee communication initiatives and HR-related programs Employee Relations * Serves as a primary point of contact for general employee questions and/or workplace concerns, through HR Mailbox, ticketing system, phone calls * Assists management and employees with interpretation and application of company policies, procedures, and employment practices. * Supports employee relations matters by conducting intake meetings, gathering information, documenting concerns, and assisting with investigations. * Partners with managers and HR leadership to address performance concerns, workplace conflicts, corrective actions, and employee engagement initiatives. * Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion. * Assists in the administration and documentation of disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and employee separations. Leave Administration & Compliance * Assists with administering leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation coordination, and other protected leaves. * Assists with tracking employee leave activity and ensuring required documentation is collected and maintained. * Supports compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Performance Management & Employee Engagement * Supports annual performance review processes and employee development programs * Assist managers with performance documentation and coaching conversations * Coordinates employee recognition, engagement, and retention initiatives. * Participates in employee surveys and helps identify opportunities to improve the employee experience. Required Competencies and Skills: * Strong customer service , organizational , and time management skills * Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality * Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines * Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills * Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail * Ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the organization Education and Experience: * 3+ years of related experience and Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, or equivalent combination of education and experience Other Qualifications: * Paylocity HRIS experience. * Outlook Email, Calendar and Contact systems experience * Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and Word experience * Knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws, government regulations and agency rules. * Knowledge of principles and procedures of Human Resources functions including: recruitment and selection, onboarding, benefits, training, compensation and HRIS systems Salary range is TBD. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes a 401(K) match, rental incentive and renewal compensation, bonuses, and rental discounts depending on location. Regular full-time employees who work between 30-40 hours a week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, other voluntary benefits and vacation accrual, Sick time accrual is provided in accordance with law. PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: SARES REGIS CAREERS WEBSITE | |||||||||