Human Resource Specialist in North Houston

Link Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The LINK, located in North Houston, is seeking a Bilingual Human Resources Specialist (English/Spanish) to support recruiting, employee relations, workforce coordination, and client service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes ownership, judgment, and the ability to balance employee needs with operational expectations, with opportunities to interact with clients and employees across the organization.

Qualifications

• Professional fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
• 1–3 years of experience in human resources, recruiting, staffing, employee relations, customer service, or a related field.
• Experience interviewing candidates, evaluating qualifications, and coordinating hiring or workforce activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to address challenging employee or workplace situations.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruiting process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, evaluating, and selecting qualified candidates.
• Partner with managers and clients to understand hiring needs and identify candidates who meet position requirements.
• Develop recruiting strategies using job boards, referrals, networking, community partnerships, and recruiting events.
• Coordinate employment offers, pre-employment screenings, hiring documentation, and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and consistently meet established recruiting and hiring performance goals.
• Serve as a primary resource for employees regarding workplace questions, attendance, performance, and employment-related concerns.
• Build positive working relationships with employees, department leaders, and client contacts.
• Assist management with coaching, corrective action, performance improvement, and employee retention initiatives.
• Support employee investigations, workplace documentation, and separation processes in coordination with senior HR leadership.
• Address routine employee concerns independently while recognizing when sensitive matters require escalation.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

HR experience

Interviewing & hiring

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

Tools

HRIS/ATS software

Job description

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Human Resource Specialist in North Houston

HOUSTON NORTH Houston North, Houston, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1051

About Us

At The LINK, we believe great people are the foundation of successful businesses. Through our staffing and workforce solutions, we help organizations grow while creating meaningful employment opportunities that transform lives.

Our team thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where accountability, initiative, and exceptional service matter. We take pride in building strong relationships, solving problems, and delivering results for both our clients and employees.

About the Role

We are seeking a Bilingual Human Resources Specialist (English/Spanish) who is confident, resourceful, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

This is a hands-on position that combines recruiting, employee relations, workforce coordination, and client service. You will play an important role in identifying and hiring qualified candidates, supporting employees throughout their employment, addressing workplace concerns, and helping ensure our clients receive exceptional workforce support.

We are looking for someone who takes ownership, exercises good judgment, follows through on commitments, and can work independently without needing constant direction.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with people, can navigate difficult conversations professionally, and understands how to balance employee needs with operational expectations.

What You'll Do

Manage the full recruiting process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, evaluating, and selecting qualified candidates.

Partner with managers and clients to understand hiring needs and identify candidates who meet position requirements.

Develop recruiting strategies using job boards, referrals, networking, community partnerships, and recruiting events.

Coordinate employment offers, pre-employment screenings, hiring documentation, and onboarding.

Maintain accurate applicant records and consistently meet established recruiting and hiring performance goals.

Employee Relations & HR Support

Serve as a primary resource for employees regarding workplace questions, attendance, performance, and employment-related concerns.

Build positive working relationships with employees, department leaders, and client contacts.

Assist management with coaching, corrective action, performance improvement, and employee retention initiatives.

Support employee investigations, workplace documentation, and separation processes in coordination with senior HR leadership.

Address routine employee concerns independently while recognizing when sensitive matters require escalation.

Workforce Coordination & Client Service

Coordinate employee placements, assignment starts, orientations, and ongoing follow-ups.

Communicate with clients and employees to ensure staffing needs are met and workplace concerns are addressed promptly.

Monitor employee attendance, performance, and assignment satisfaction.

Maintain accurate employee, assignment, timekeeping, and workforce records.

Build relationships with clients through regular communication, service follow-ups, and occasional site visits.

Safety, Compliance & HR Administration

Conduct employee orientations covering workplace expectations, company policies, and safety requirements.

Coordinate employment eligibility verification, background checks, drug screening, and other hiring requirements.

Assist with safety incident documentation, reporting, and escalation.

Maintain confidential employee information and accurate HR documentation.

Support compliance with established company policies, procedures, and employment practices.

Team Performance & Operational Support

Manage multiple recruiting, employee, and client priorities while meeting daily and weekly performance expectations.

Participate in team meetings focused on recruiting performance, workforce needs, and service improvements.

Identify opportunities to improve employee retention, recruiting efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Support recruiting events, business development initiatives, and employee referral opportunities.

Participate in branch operations and rotating on-call responsibilities as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Professional fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.

1–3 years of experience in human resources, recruiting, staffing, employee relations, customer service, or a related field.

Experience interviewing candidates, evaluating qualifications, and coordinating hiring or workforce activities.

Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to address challenging employee or workplace situations.

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.

Ability to independently prioritize responsibilities and perform effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

Strong judgment, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn applicant tracking and HR management systems.

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance when local client visits are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

Experience in the staffing industry or another high-volume workforce environment.

Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, corrective action, or separation processes.

Familiarity with HR compliance, onboarding, employee documentation, and workforce management systems.

Experience working directly with managers or clients to address hiring and workforce challenges.

What Makes Someone Successful Here?

We value individuals who are not only good with people but also take pride in getting things done.

You’ll be successful in this position if you:

Take initiative. You identify what needs to be done and take action without waiting to be told.

Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You can manage competing priorities, shifting demands, and deadlines without losing focus.

Communicate confidently. You are approachable and empathetic but comfortable having direct, sometimes difficult conversations.

Take ownership. You follow through, solve problems, and hold yourself accountable for results.

Exercise sound judgment. You know how to balance employee needs, business expectations, confidentiality, and company policies.

Are highly organized. You maintain accurate records, stay on top of details, and consistently close the loop.

Enjoy helping people. You find satisfaction in connecting individuals with opportunities and supporting their success.

Our Core Values

At LINK, our values guide how we work with one another, our employees, and our clients.

Dignity & Respect: Treat every individual with professionalism and respect.

Client Expectations: Deliver exceptional service and strive to exceed expectations.

Continual Improvement: Look for opportunities to learn, grow, and improve.

Integrity: Do the right thing, even when no one is watching.

We also believe in flexibility, dependability, and an unwavering commitment to safety.

The Human Resources Specialist must be comfortable working directly with both employees and leadership and should demonstrate strong judgment, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive employment matters.

Strong bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are essential, as this position regularly conducts interviews, provides employee guidance, and addresses workplace matters in both languages.

Success in this role requires excellent interviewing and interpersonal skills, strong follow-through, attention to detail, and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, confident, approachable, and comfortable addressing both routine HR matters and more challenging employee situations.

The HR Specialist should be capable of building relationships with department leaders, understanding immediate workforce needs, and independently executing effective hiring and routine employee-management processes within established HR practices.

This position offers an opportunity to develop broad Human Resources experience while taking increased ownership of hiring, employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and day-to-day HR operations.