Human Resources Specialist

$70,000 - $70,000/Yr

Mjw Investments - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The HR Specialist at MJW Investments plays a crucial role in supporting the HR Director with a comprehensive range of human resources functions. This position is responsible for recruitment, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and fostering a strong company culture. The HR Specialist will manage payroll processing, onboarding, and staff development while ensuring adherence to labor laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Create job descriptions and post job ads for property management and other roles as needed.
• Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and perform first-round interviews.
• Prepare offer letters and other necessary hiring documentation.
• Perform pre-employment screenings and background checks.
• Manage the onboarding process for all new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the company.
• Provide and oversee Gracehill training for new employees, ensuring completion of required courses.
• Inform all employees about relevant compliance laws and company policies.
• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Administer employee benefits, ensuring that employees are well-informed about available options.
• Manage and resolve employee benefit-related queries.
• Foster positive employee relations and promote a strong company culture.
• Manage employee relations, addressing concerns and promoting a positive work environment.
• Handle disciplinary actions in a professional and fair manner.
• Assist supervisors in preparing and conducting employee performance reviews.
• Support management in identifying employee development needs and training opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws.
• Keep the employee handbook updated with the latest policies and regulatory requirements.
• Create a safe and inclusive work environment by promoting workplace safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in human resources, with a focus on recruitment, compliance, and employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, including payroll processing, benefits administration, and labor law compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in HR management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise in recruiting top talent, managing the hiring process, and ensuring smooth employee onboarding.
• Proficiency in processing payroll and managing employee benefits programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage employee relations and foster a positive work environment.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and experience in maintaining workplace compliance.
• Ability to lead HR initiatives, communicate effectively with employees, and support management in HR-related decisions.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan