Part-Time HR Specialist: People Ops & Compliance

Pawsperity; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Paid sick time. Earn 1 hour for every

40 hours worked

Job summary

Pawsperity in Kansas City, MO is seeking a part-time Human Resources Coordinator to support people operations, ensure compliance with employment laws, and nurture a mission-aligned workplace culture.

The role covers employee relations, recruitment coordination, onboarding, HR administration, benefits support, and risk management. In-office schedule is four days per week for about 20 hours. A strong HR background and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Working knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns related to human resources matters.
• Support supervisors in addressing employee relations issues and resolving workplace concerns.
• Point of contact with legal counsel
• Foster a professional, inclusive, and collaborative work environment aligned with Pawsperity’s mission
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and recognition efforts that strengthen organizational culture.
• Coordinate the organization’s recruitment and hiring processes to ensure timely and compliant hiring practices.
• Partner with supervisors to facilitate candidate evaluation and selection processes.
• Manage all pre‑employment screenings.
• Coordinate on‑boarding activities.
• Maintain appropriate pre‑employment and employment documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in alignment with legal and organizational requirements.
• Administer and support employee benefit programs, retirement plans, and related enrollment processes.
• Coordinate organizational training
• Supports annual benefits renewal processes.
• Coordinate workers’ compensation administration
• Coordinate documentation, reporting, and compliance related to workplace incidents and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor changes in employment law and HR best practices and recommend updates as appropriate.

Skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

HR knowledge

Education

HR Certification preferred

Tools

Paylocity

HRIS

Job description

Pawsperity in Kansas City, MO is seeking a part-time Human Resources Coordinator to support people operations, ensure compliance with employment laws, and nurture a mission-aligned workplace culture.

The role covers employee relations, recruitment coordination, onboarding, HR administration, benefits support, and risk management. In-office schedule is four days per week for about 20 hours. A strong HR background and confidentiality are essential.