HR Specialist

FOCUSPOINT; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

FocusPoint Talent Solutions is supporting a client in Houston, TX by recruiting an experienced Human Resources (HR) Specialist. This hands-on role partners with internal teams to manage onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance tracking and HR data management.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to a positive employee experience. Responsibilities include maintaining HR records, supporting audits, and ensuring policies align with

Qualifications

• 2–5 years HR experience.
• Working knowledge of HR processes and employment documentation.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and data reporting.
• Excellent communication and service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth and professional employee experience
• Maintain HR records, employee files, and HRIS data with accuracy and confidentiality
• Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee inquiries
• Assist with employee relations documentation and scheduling as directed by HR leadership
• Prepare reports, track compliance requirements, and support audits as needed
• Help administer company policies and ensure alignment with applicable regulations
• Provide day to day HR support to employees and managers, escalating issues appropriately
• Contribute to process improvements and HR initiatives that enhance efficiency and engagement

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

Position: Human Resources (HR) Specialist
Location: Houston, TX
Employment Type: Full Time
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Human Resources (HR) Specialist - FocusPoint Talent Solutions (Recruiting on Behalf of Our Client)

FocusPoint, a trusted talent solutions partner, is supporting a client organization in identifying an experienced Human Resources (HR) Specialist to join their team. This role is ideal for a detail oriented, people focused professional who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys contributing to a positive employee experience. The hiring company is a stable, growth oriented organization, and this position plays a key role in supporting day to day HR operations.

About the Role

The HR Specialist will support core human resources functions including onboarding, employee relations coordination, benefits administration, compliance tracking, and HR data management. This individual will partner closely with internal stakeholders to ensure HR processes run smoothly and employees receive timely, accurate support.

This is a hands on role suited for someone who is proactive, organized, and comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with employee facing interactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth and professional employee experience
• Maintain HR records, employee files, and HRIS data with accuracy and confidentiality
• Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee inquiries
• Assist with employee relations documentation and scheduling as directed by HR leadership
• Prepare reports, track compliance requirements, and support audits as needed
• Help administer company policies and ensure alignment with applicable regulations
• Provide day to day HR support to employees and managers, escalating issues appropriately
• Contribute to process improvements and HR initiatives that enhance efficiency and engagement

Qualifications

• 2 5 years of experience in human resources or a related administrative function
• Working knowledge of HR processes, employment documentation, and basic compliance requirements
• Experience with HRIS platforms and strong comfort with data entry and reporting
• Excellent communication skills and a service oriented mindset
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and adapt to changing needs

Why This Opportunity

• Join a supportive, people focused organization with a strong operational foundation
• Contribute to meaningful HR work that directly impacts employee experience
• Work with a leadership team that values accuracy, responsiveness, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to grow within a stable environment that invests in its people