HR Relations Specialist

HR Relations Specialist

MERS/Missouri Goodwill Industries is looking for an energetic, self-motivated, and professional HR Relations Specialist to join our Human Resources team! The ideal candidate will support our mission, "Changing Lives Through the Power of Work!" and embody our core values of diversity, integrity, passion, professionalism, respect, and responsibility. If you're seeking an opportunity that empowers you to achieve new goals while pursuing a mission-driven career, then this is the perfect fit for you.

About the Role

Our Human Resources team is looking for a knowledgeable and people-centered HR Relations Specialist who is passionate about creating a fair, respectful, and compliant workplace. In this role, you'll help ensure we uphold employment laws and HR best practices while supporting leaders and employees through investigations, leave of absence administration, and policy guidance. If you bring a strong understanding of employment regulations, a thoughtful approach to workplace concerns, and a commitment to doing what's right, we'd love to have you join our team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact and build positive relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR are preferred.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct internal investigations regarding potential policy concerns and prepare clear, thorough summaries of findings.
• Oversee state, federal, and agency leave requests, including FMLA, PWFA, and related compliance requirements.
• Manage employee accommodation requests in accordance with ADA guidelines.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.
• Respond to Unemployment Insurance (UI) inquiries and maintain accurate records of hearings and outcomes.
• Review HR documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to agencies.
• Support quarterly Department of Labor (DOL) and annual EEOC reporting.
• Provide additional support and take on special projects as needed.

Benefits

• Individual and family medical benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Individual and family dental and vision benefits on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 403(B) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 403(B) Retirement + Employer Match after one year of employment for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(A) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• PTO Accrual up to 15 days based on hours worked.
• Employee store discount
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Schedules
• Career Growth Opportunities

MERS Missouri Goodwill is an equal-opportunity employer. MERS Goodwill does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor. MERS Missouri Goodwill requires various background and records checks upon employment.