Human Resources Specialist

AutoPayPlus; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoPayPlus, an Orlando-based fintech company, seeks a Human Resources Specialist to support recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, HR administration, and day-to-day HR operations.

The role is hands-on and requires organization, responsiveness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You’ll help create a positive candidate experience and ensure accurate employee records while keeping staff connected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in HR, recruiting coordination, or similar HR role.
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting and pre-employment processing.
• Experience using HRIS/ATS to manage recruiting and onboarding.
• Experience coordinating onboarding and employee training.
• Experience supporting employee recognition or engagement initiatives.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of federal and Florida employment practices; maintain confidentiality.
• Microsoft Office proficiency; familiarity with AI-enabled workplace tools.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting & candidate experience: post jobs, screen, interview logistics, and summaries.
• Onboarding: coordinate process, complete I-9 and E-Verify, orientation.
• Employee engagement: support recognition events and ongoing programs.
• HR administration: maintain records, reporting, and confidentiality; assist with projects.

Skills

Recruiting

Onboarding

Employee engagement

HRIS/ATS usage

Communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Policy knowledge

SHRM-CP/PHR (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS/ATS platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Downtown Orlando, FL
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM | Onsite

Build Careers. Create Strong First Impressions. Support a Positive Employee Experience

AutoPayPlus is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, HR administration, and day-to-day HR operations.

This is a hands‑on role for an HR professional who is organized, responsive, people‑focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. The HR Specialist will play an important role in creating a professional candidate experience, supporting a smooth transition for new hires, maintaining accurate employee records, and helping employees stay connected and engaged throughout their time with AutoPayPlus.

What You’ll Do

Recruiting & Candidate Experience

• Post approved job openings through the HRIS/ATS, job boards, social media, the company website, and professional organizations as appropriate.
• Review resumes and applications against established position requirements and identify qualified candidates.
• Conduct initial phone screens to confirm experience, qualifications, availability, communication skills, and interest.
• Prepare clear screening summaries for HR and hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate candidate notes, recruiting activity, and status updates within the HRIS/ATS.
• Coordinate interviews, calendars, candidate communication, and interview logistics.
• Support background screenings, reference checks, and other required pre‑employment steps.
• Maintain timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the recruiting process.

Onboarding, Orientation & Training

• Coordinate the onboarding process from accepted offer through the employee’s transition into their new role.
• Complete and maintain required onboarding documentation, including Form I-9 and E-Verify records.
• Conduct new hire orientation and introduce employees to company policies, procedures, culture, resources, and systems.
• Facilitate new employee training using established materials and curriculum.
• Partner with managers and departments to support successful new hire transitions.

Employee Engagement

• Support employee recognition, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Coordinate employee activities such as Employee Appreciation Day, Customer Service Appreciation Week, and other company programs.
• Assist with career fairs, campus recruiting events, and community outreach initiatives.
• Help create a positive employee experience through consistent communication, organization, and follow‑through.

HR Administration & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate, complete, confidential, and current employee records within the HRIS and personnel files.
• Update employee information related to attendance, PTO, sick time, holiday leave, tardiness, benefits enrollment, and other HR records.
• Support recurring recruiting and onboarding reporting, including pipeline status, source-of-hire, and time-to-fill.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality when handling employee and candidate information.
• Escalate employee questions involving policy interpretation, leave, accommodations, compensation, or employee relations to the Human Resources Manager.
• Support additional HR projects and initiatives based on business needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in Human Resources, recruiting coordination, talent acquisition support, or a similar HR role.
• Working knowledge of full‑cycle recruiting, including job posting, resume review, phone screening, interview coordination, and pre‑employment processing.
• Experience using an HRIS and/or ATS to manage recruiting activity, onboarding tasks, and employee records.
• Experience coordinating new hire onboarding, orientation, and employee training.
• Experience supporting employee recognition, engagement initiatives, or employee events.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, phone screening, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate and confidential HR records.
• Working knowledge of federal and Florida employment practices, recordkeeping requirements, and confidentiality standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HRIS/ATS platforms, and AI‑enabled workplace tools.
• Ability to work independently within established processes while collaborating effectively with the HR team and business leaders.
• SHRM‑CP, PHR, or similar HR certification preferred, or willingness to pursue certification.

You May Be a Great Fit If You

• Enjoy recruiting and connecting with candidates but also want broader exposure across Human Resources.
• Take pride in providing a professional and welcoming experience for candidates and new employees.
• Are comfortable moving between recruiting, onboarding, recordkeeping, training, and employee engagement responsibilities.
• Communicate professionally and follow through consistently.
• Stay organized while managing multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• Look for opportunities to improve processes while working within established policies and procedures.
• Value confidentiality, accuracy, accountability, and collaboration.

About AutoPayPlus

AutoPayPlus is an Orlando‑based financial technology company focused on helping people improve their financial lives through innovative payment solutions and financial wellness tools.

Our continued growth depends on attracting talented people, providing a strong onboarding experience, maintaining effective HR processes, and creating an environment where employees feel supported and connected.

The Human Resources Specialist will have meaningful exposure across recruiting, onboarding, training, employee engagement, HRIS administration, and general HR operations while working closely with the Human Resources Manager and business leaders.

This position is performed onsite in a professional, fast‑paced office environment. The role requires regular use of a computer, telephone, HR systems, and other standard office equipment.