Human Resources Specialist - HOLT Truck Centers

HOLT Truck Centers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLT Truck Centers in San Antonio is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support key HR functions including employee relations, onboarding, and benefits administration. This role provides essential day-to-day support to employees and managers, ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

The ideal candidate will have relevant HR experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in HR systems. Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred. Flexibility with up to 25% travel is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree or HR certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of HR, administrative, or related experience required; 3 or more preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support key HR functions, including employee relations and onboarding.
• Manage recruiting efforts and maintain applicant tracking system data.
• Assist with scheduling and tracking employee training programs.

Skills

HR practices knowledge

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or HR certification

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Description

The Human Resources Specialist supports key HR functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, recruiting coordination, and leave of absence processes. This role provides day-to-day HR support to employees and managers, ensures accurate processing of HR activities, and assists with maintaining compliance with employment laws and company policies.

Department

HOLT Truck (TRUCK)

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

San Antonio

Reporting To

Katrina Vargas

Essential Functions

• Model, promote, reinforce, and reward the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Work safely always and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Employee Relations

• Serves as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and programs
• Supports managers with performance management processes and documentation, including disciplinary actions and coaching conversations
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation of employee-related matters
• Escalates complex employee relations issues, investigations, and sensitive situations to HR leadership as appropriate
• Supports employee engagement initiatives and activities

Benefits Administration

• Assists employees with general benefit-related questions and escalates more complex issues
• Supports open enrollment activities, including employee communication and system updates
• Maintains accurate benefit records and assists with compliance tracking/processes

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Manages recruiting efforts, including job postings, sourcing, screening, and interview coordination
• Partners with hiring managers to support the selection process for positions
• Coordinates and facilitates onboarding activities to ensure a smooth new hire experience
• Maintains applicant tracking system data and recruitment records

Leave of Absence

• Coordinates administrative aspects of leave processes (FMLA, ADA, etc.)
• Provides general guidance to employees on leave procedures and timelines
• Maintains records and ensures documentation is complete and compliant

Training & Development

• Assists with scheduling and tracking employee training programs
• Supports learning initiatives and development activities
• Maintains training records and reporting

Compliance & Administration

• Maintains employee records and ensures data accuracy in HR systems
• Assists with policy updates and HR communications
• Supports audits and compliance-related activities
• Stays informed of employment law requirements and escalates concerns as needed

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of HR practices and employment laws
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to Escalate issues appropriately rather than independently resolve complex matters

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree or HR certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of HR, administrative, or related experience required; 3 or more preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish), preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Travel

• Up to 25% travel required; ability to travel frequently to and from meetings or other business-related events both inter-state and out of state
• Valid Driver’s License required

Physical Requirements

• This position involves extended periods in a stationary position; additionally, occasional movement inside the office to access office machinery, file cabinets, etc.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets
• This position frequently communicates with employees, legal counsel, vendors, government agencies, and stakeholders; Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

Work Environment

• This job is generally performed in a professional office; in environmentally controlled conditions, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion
• Frequently works at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions

Disclaimer

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.