Hr Specialist

Total Solutions in Davenport is seeking an HR Specialist to join our fast-growing team. If you're ready to take your HR skills to the next level, be part of a fun and dynamic team, and work with a variety of clients, we want to hear from you!

Position: HR Specialist

Reports to: Director of HR

Location: Davenport, IA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

About Total Solutions

Total Solutions is a Davenport-based company dedicated to helping business owners get more of what they want out of their business. We provide a variety of outsourced services - putting our skills to use for clients who may not be ready or able to bring their own full-time marketer, accountant, HR team, or payroll manager, in-house - but still need those skills to help their business grow. Our passion is helping businesses to succeed, and we'll go the distance (or stay put at the computer, we're flexible!) to make it happen.

Our Values

Passionate problem solvers, hardworking and confident, we work as one team, we do what we say, and we do the right thing, always.

Our Culture

Our culture is built on teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning. We value diversity and have a variety of clients from different industries, which means you'll have the opportunity to gain experience and expand your skillset like a pro. But it's not all work and no play - we believe in having fun and enjoying what we do! Whether it's through team-building activities, company-wide events, or just hanging out with your colleagues, we make sure to have a good time.

Job Description

The HR Specialist is responsible for providing HR guidance and support to HR clients. The HR Specialist role will involve collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver effective HR solutions and drive business objectives.

This role will:

• Partner with clients to understand their HR needs and develop customized solutions
• Conduct HR audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement
• Advise on HR best practices, policies and procedures
• Ensure the client's policies and procedures are in compliance with any relevant federal, state, or local employment law
• Perform risk and safety management consulting
• Work on special projects as needed
• Create and review employee handbooks for clients utilizing handbook builder tools and resources
• Provide guidance on performance management
• Assist clients with job postings and the filtering of candidates, assist with candidate phone screens and interview scheduling
• Present HR and safety-related training sessions to clients
• Act as the backup to the HR Director and HR Generalist as needed
• Act as the payroll backup as needed
• Participate in professional development sessions or seminars
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Experience/Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Management or related field
• 3 years of professional-level experience in HR
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and regulations
• HR certification is a plus but not required
• Experience in risk and safety management is a plus but not required
• Experience with payroll process is a plus but not required
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• The ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Passion for helping business owners achieve their goals

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program featuring access to counseling and more
• PTO
• Professional development opportunities
• Yearly performance and salary evaluations with possibilities for growth
• Monthly employee appreciation outings and events
• Dog-Friendly workplace
• 'Dress for the day you have' dress policy
• Free office snacks and beverages
• Flexible work options

Total Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.