HR Specialist

Summary We are hiring a full-time HR Specialist in Charleston, SC, to support our employees and managers across the full employee lifecycle. You will be a trusted, approachable point of contact who keeps HR processes accurate, compliant, and welcoming for a diverse workforce. Position: HR Specialist Employment type: Full-time Location: Charleston, SC Pay: $28.00 – $32.00 per hour, based on experience Experience: 1–4 years in human resources Key Responsibilities Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions on benefits, policies, payroll, leave, and workplace concerns. Coordinate recruiting activity: post openings, screen applicants, schedule interviews, and support hiring managers. Run onboarding and offboarding, including new-hire paperwork, orientation, and exit processes. Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS, and audit files for completeness and compliance. Administer benefits enrollment, leaves of absence, and workers' compensation documentation. Support payroll by verifying hours, changes, and deductions before each pay cycle. Help apply federal, state, and local employment laws and company policy consistently. Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, and documentation with professionalism and confidentiality. Support engagement, training, and performance review programs. Prepare HR reports and metrics, such as headcount, turnover, and open requisitions. Qualifications and Experience: Required 1–4 years of experience in human resources, HR administration, or a related role. Working knowledge of employment laws and HR practices, including FMLA, FLSA, EEO, and ADA. Experience with HRIS and payroll systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Preferred Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience. HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) or progress toward one. Familiarity with South Carolina employment requirements. Competencies and Personal Qualities High attention to detail: You catch errors in records, forms, and calculations, and you double-check before work goes out. Approachable: Employees feel comfortable bringing questions and concerns to you, and you respond with warmth and respect. Curious: You ask good questions, look for the reason behind a problem, and keep learning about HR practice and the law. Comfortable with a diverse workforce: You work respectfully with people of different backgrounds, ages, cultures, roles, and communication styles. Flexible: You adapt to shifting priorities and changing schedules, and you can step in when HR needs coverage. Discreet and dependable: You protect sensitive information and follow through on commitments. Schedule, Pay, and Location Schedule: Full-time, on site in Charleston, SC. Standard business hours, with flexibility needed for occasional early, late, or event-based coverage such as onboarding sessions or open enrollment. Pay: $28.00 – $32.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Location: Charleston, SC. Background check required. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation to apply, let us know.