HR Operations & Talent Support Specialist

Southern States Cooperative; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States Cooperative is seeking an HR Specialist to provide administrative and operational support to the HR department. You will assist with recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, training coordination, and employee records management while ensuring data accuracy and compliance.

The role involves maintaining HR files, supporting open enrollment, organizing training, and handling employee inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HR, business administration, or related field, or 1–3 years of related experience.
• Payroll and benefits administration experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, confidentiality, and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and collaborate with employees at all levels.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness to participate in required training related to company policies.

Responsibilities

• Process employee data changes and maintain personnel files and HR system accuracy.
• Assist with recruiting activities including job postings, screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
• Support onboarding and orientation processes, including background checks and other administration.
• Assist with internal employee communications, including position openings and change announcements.
• Respond to employee questions regarding policies, benefits, and HR procedures.
• Provide support during open enrollment, including benefit meetings and data review.
• Assist with administration and tracking of employee training.
• Support employee development and engagement initiatives and company events.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state employment law postings.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

HR information systems (HRIS)

Job description

Southern States Cooperative is seeking an HR Specialist to provide administrative and operational support to the HR department. You will assist with recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, training coordination, and employee records management while ensuring data accuracy and compliance.

The role involves maintaining HR files, supporting open enrollment, organizing training, and handling employee inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.