HR Operations & Records Specialist

Oconee County; South Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Oconee County is seeking an HR Specialist to support human resources operations, maintain records, and assist with onboarding and benefits processes. The role handles background checks, postings, interviews coordination, and payroll-related tasks in a county office environment.

Candidates should have a technical degree or related field and solid Excel/computer skills, with strong organizational and communication abilities. This position is full-time and based in South Carolina.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in a related field with six months of related experience or equivalent education.
• Strong Excel and computer skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Effective written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and direct callers to the appropriate personnel.
• Post and review County job openings.
• Schedule background checks, new hire physicals and drug screens.
• Process onboarding paperwork and verify I-9 eligibility.
• Create new-hire personnel files and coordinate orientations.
• Perform routine bookkeeping and assist with budget balancing.
• Respond to employee inquiries and assist with FMLA and insurance claims.
• Coordinate special events and assist with county newsletter.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Excel

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

Technical degree or related field

Job description

Oconee County is seeking an HR Specialist to support human resources operations, maintain records, and assist with onboarding and benefits processes. The role handles background checks, postings, interviews coordination, and payroll-related tasks in a county office environment.

Candidates should have a technical degree or related field and solid Excel/computer skills, with strong organizational and communication abilities. This position is full-time and based in South Carolina.