Human Resources Specialist

Our Healthcare Insurance client is looking for a HR Governance and Compliance specialist for a remote contractor role in either Arizonia, Texas, Florida, Georgia and New York. You must be in one of these states; no exception and no relocation offered. It is a contractor, 6 month assignment, with a possibility of an extension for the right performer. You must have 3 years of experience in HR corporate governance and compliance.

About the role:

This role provides administrative support for HR and health & safety compliance efforts, collaborates on geographical expansion preparation, and helps maintain legal and regulatory adherence. You will report into the Senior Manager, HR Governance.

Work Location: Remote (in the following states) AZ/TX/FL/GA/NY

Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing support for the development, documentation, implementation, and periodic review of employee policies and procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational objectives and legal requirements.
• Monitor and help maintain compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, staying informed of changes and assisting with updates to policies, practices, and guidance as needed.
• Manage and support Visa and Immigration programs, including coordination with external vendors, tracking key dates and documentation, and ensuring adherence to applicable immigration regulations and company processes.
• Support HR compliance efforts by assisting with internal audits, responding to documentation requests, and maintaining organized and accurate records
• Identify and suggest areas for process improvements within HR Governance tasks
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within HR governance activities and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Assist with various HR projects as assigned, including collecting, analyzing, compiling data, and preparing reports
• Partner with internal teams and the business to answer policy and compliance questions
• Partner with internal teams and business stakeholders to respond to questions related to policies, procedures, and compliance, providing clear guidance and escalating issues as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Requirements:

• 3+ years experience in HR and corporate governance and compliance
• 1+ years of knowledge of employment legislation and HR policies (i.e. HR compliance, EEOC requirements, OSHA, STD/FMLA, Reasonable Accommodation, FLSA/wage and hour laws, etc.)

Desired Requirement

• Workday or other HRIS experience
• Visa and Immigration experience
• Health and safety experience
• Experience in tech or startup environments.