HR & Payroll Operations Specialist

The Beach Waterpark; South Padre Island (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Beach Waterpark in Texas seeks an HR operations lead to oversee day-to-day HR, managing recruitment, onboarding, changes and separations while ensuring confidential records and payroll accuracy.

You will support employee relations, compliance with laws, and staff development, coordinate timekeeping, onboarding of seasonal staff, and promote a safe, professional, and productive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to provide clear direction and motivate the team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends.
• Fluency with typing, Microsoft Office, and phone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to termination.
• Coordinate new-hire onboarding and ensure policy compliance.
• Maintain confidential electronic and physical personnel records.
• Process biweekly payroll and timecards; serve as payroll contact.
• Monitor attendance, leave, and timekeeping for policy compliance.
• Address employee relations concerns and HR complaints.
• Advise management on policies and employment matters.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Develop and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Support performance management, disciplinary actions, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate orientations, training, and safety/compliance initiatives.
• Assist with incident reporting and workplace safety documentation.
• Prepare HR reports, audits, and employment documentation.
• Support staffing, recruiting, and workforce planning.
• Promote a safe, professional, and productive work environment with clear communication between staff and management.
• Plan and implement seasonal employee incentives.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

MS Office

People management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Beach Waterpark in Texas seeks an HR operations lead to oversee day-to-day HR, managing recruitment, onboarding, changes and separations while ensuring confidential records and payroll accuracy.

You will support employee relations, compliance with laws, and staff development, coordinate timekeeping, onboarding of seasonal staff, and promote a safe, professional, and productive work environment.