Human Resource Specialist

Classical Transportation Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compliance, benefits administration and payroll processing.

The ideal candidate balances employee needs with organizational goals, fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture, and can handle confidential information with discretion. 3–5 years HR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a management or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee support.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Lead recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding processes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, and HR processes.
• Address employee relations issues professionally and confidentially.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning and employee engagement.
• Monitor employee satisfaction and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Coordinate disciplinary actions and performance improvement processes.
• Stay current on changes in employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Process biweekly/semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Review time records, hours, overtime, PTO, bonuses, and payroll adjustments.
• Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, promotions, and deductions.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay and payroll records.
• Coordinate payroll-related tax filings and wage reporting.
• Reconcile payroll reports and correct discrepancies.
• Work with accounting and management as needed.
• Stay current with applicable payroll and employment requirements.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Performance management

Compliance

Benefits administration

Payroll processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and people-focused Human Resources Specialist to support our organization's HR functions. The HR Specialist will oversee employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compliance, benefits administration, HR policies and procedures and Payroll processing and administration.

The ideal candidate is a trusted professional who can balance the needs of employees and the organization while fostering a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day human resources operations and employee support.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Lead recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding processes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, and related HR processes.
• Address employee relations issues and resolve workplace concerns professionally and confidentially.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and employee engagement.
• Monitor employee satisfaction and help promote a positive workplace culture.
• Coordinate disciplinary actions and performance improvement processes when necessary.
• Stay current on changes in employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Process biweekly/semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Review employee time records, hours worked, overtime, PTO, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, promotions, and deductions.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll records.
• Coordinate payroll-related tax filings, wage reporting, and other required documentation.
• Reconcile payroll reports and identify and correct discrepancies.
• Work with accounting, and management as needed.
• Stay current with applicable federal, state, and local payroll and employment requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3 - 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a management or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels.

Classical Transportation was initially focused on providing on-demand deliveries. Since then, our technology has enabled us to deliver faster and more accurately than our competitors at scale, while simplifying the process so our customers can focus on what matters.
We work with a variety of customers – from large corporations with complex global supply chains to mom-and-pop distributors, and top 3PL’s. We specialize in delivering freight across the country. Our team has found a true value-added service for customers handling business within the San Francisco Bay Area / Silicon Valley, Sacramento and Los Angeles area.
Our asset-based fleet includes but is not limited to automobiles, cargo/sprinter vans and straight trucks. All our drivers carry uniform, name badge and company vehicle.