HR Leave & Admin Specialist — Permanent Role in Alaska

Northern Star Resources Ltd.; Alaska, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Job summary

Northern Star Resources Limited is seeking a Human Resources Leave & Administrative Specialist to join our HR team at the Pogo operation in Alaska. This full-time role supports HR functions, leave administration, onboarding/offboarding, and benefits processes.

The successful candidate will maintain confidential employee records, operate HR systems such as ADP, and coordinate leave programs (FMLA, WC). Strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field is a plus.
• At least 1 year of administrative, HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or similar experience.
• Experience with FMLA, Workers' Compensation, HR systems, or the mining/resources industry is helpful, but not required.
• Previous HR, leave, payroll, or employee recordkeeping experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Suite, primarily Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience using ADP or similar HR system is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Capable of working independently while knowing when to escalate issues.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and willing to learn.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to complete a background check and post-offer physical.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee leave, including FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and other Company leave programs.
• Track leave dates, required paperwork, return-to-work documentation, and follow-up items.
• Communicate with employees about routine leave paperwork and next steps.
• Keep employee, leave, and personnel records accurate, organized, and confidential.
• Enter and update employee information in ADP and other HR systems.
• Help employees complete HR forms and navigate routine HR systems and processes.
• Support Workers' Compensation documentation and recordkeeping.
• Assist the HR team with onboarding, offboarding, transfers, and employee changes.
• Provide administrative support for benefits and annual enrollment activities.
• Prepare basic reports, spreadsheets, trackers, and employee documentation.
• Review and process routine HR invoices and paperwork.
• Follow up with employees, managers, payroll, and other departments when information or documentation is needed.
• Support HR projects, recruiting events, career fairs, and employee activities as needed.
• Escalate employee questions or concerns to HR Advisor/Manager as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling employee, medical, leave, and personnel information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

FMLA knowledge

Workers' Compensation

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in HR / Business Administration

Tools

ADP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Northern Star Resources Limited is seeking a Human Resources Leave & Administrative Specialist to join our HR team at the Pogo operation in Alaska. This full-time role supports HR functions, leave administration, onboarding/offboarding, and benefits processes.

The successful candidate will maintain confidential employee records, operate HR systems such as ADP, and coordinate leave programs (FMLA, WC). Strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently are