HR Specialist

Position Title : HR Specialist

Location :  Houston, TX

Assignment Type :  Direct Hire

Compensation : $62400 / Year

Work Schedul e : Monday–Friday, 8-5 pm

Benefits :  This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Job Summary

The HR Specialist will partner closely with leadership to support core HR functions and foster a positive, compliant, and engaged workplace. This role touches every aspect of the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, training, benefits, payroll coordination, and compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance administrative responsibilities with proactive people support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and reflect company values through daily interactions and practices
• Manage full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers
• Conduct new hire onboarding and orientation
• Coordinate background checks, drug screens, and required documentation
• Assist with employee relations, coaching, and disciplinary procedures
• Maintain employee records and manage personnel changes (hires, terminations, promotions, leaves, compensation changes, etc.)
• Track and update HR data in the HRIS / ATS; ensure accuracy and confidentiality
• Support payroll processing by reviewing timekeeping records, resolving discrepancies, and assisting with data entry
• Assist with benefit administration, including open enrollment, HSA / 401k transactions, and employee support
• Help coordinate learning and development initiatives, events, and employee engagement activities
• Monitor compliance with policies and employment laws
• Participate in performance review support, including 30 / 60 / 90-day check-ins
• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and support needs
• Identify process improvements and help streamline HR operations
• Handle additional projects and tasks as needed

Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.