Human Resources & Employee Experience Specialist

Synergent; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergent in Westbrook, ME is seeking a Human Resources & Employee Experience Specialist to join our team. This full-time role blends payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee engagement to create positive experiences for colleagues.

You will manage weekly payroll, HRIS tasks, employee records, and support events and culture initiatives, while providing backup front desk support. The ideal candidate has 2+ years HR experience and an associate degree; a Bachelor's is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Human Resources or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years in Human Resources, payroll, benefits administration, or administrative support.
• Experience processing payroll and working with HRIS/payroll systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Administer employee benefits and assist with enrollments, changes, and employee questions.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees by responding to routine HR inquiries.
• Provide administrative support for HR programs, processes, and documentation.
• Maintain confidential employee records and ensure data accuracy.
• Coordinate employee recognition, engagement, and appreciation initiatives.
• Assist with planning and supporting employee events and workplace culture programs.
• Provide backup front desk support, including answering calls and welcoming visitors.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS

Microsoft 365

Communication

Customer service

Data confidentiality

Education

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

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

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Human Resources & Employee Experience Specialist

Full-time Regular Westbrook, ME, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1039

Salary Range: $28.00 To $31.00 Annually

Human Resources & Employee Experience Specialist

Do you thrive on helping people, staying organized, and creating exceptional employee experiences?

We're seeking a Human Resources & Employee Experience Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented HR professional who enjoys balancing administrative excellence with employee support and engagement.

As a key member of our HR team, you'll play an important role in payroll processing, benefits administration, employee recognition programs, HR operations, and employee support. You'll also help create positive workplace experiences through employee events and engagement initiatives that strengthen our culture.

What You'll Do

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time
• Administer employee benefits and assist with enrollments, changes, and employee questions
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees by responding to routine HR inquiries
• Provide administrative support for HR programs, processes, and documentation
• Maintain confidential employee records and ensure data accuracy
• Coordinate employee recognition, engagement, and appreciation initiatives
• Assist with planning and supporting employee events and workplace culture programs
• Provide backup front desk support, including answering calls and welcoming visitors
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives as needed

What You'll Bring

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business, Accounting, or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, payroll, benefits administration, or administrative support
• Experience processing payroll and working with HRIS and payroll systems
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
• A positive, collaborative approach and passion for helping others

Why Join Our Team?

At our organization, people come first. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employees every day while working alongside a collaborative team that values service, integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you'll gain exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources while helping create a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and connected.

Benefits of Joining Us

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on the employee experience
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Meaningful work that supports employees throughout their career journey