<div>WinnCompanies is looking for a
Human Resources Compliance Specialist to join our corporate team located in
Boston, MA.
In this role, you will work collaboratively with the Human Resources team to provide support on HR initiatives and projects. You will ensure compliance with all existing and upcoming federal, state, and local rules and regulations in areas of wage & hour, paid family/sick leave, hiring processes, employment policies and practices, and record retention.
This position adheres to a Monday through Friday work week from 8:30AM to 5:00PM. You'll benefit from a blend of collaboration in our Boston headquarters four days per week (Monday through Thursday) and flexibility of one remote day per week (Friday).
Responsibilities
- Work closely with leaders in all disciplines of Human Resources to provide project management and administrative support on identified compliance related projects, assist in identifying associated risks, update corresponding workplace policies, and develop internal controls and policies.
- Partner with Employee Relations to develop, review, and update policies and procedures to reflect changes in laws and regulations and ensure organizational consistency and legal compliance.
- Proactively research new employment laws and regulations. Work with HR leaders to review impact on organization and assist in developing new processes.
- Support the audits of identified HR practices, records, and processes. Provide compliance status reporting, analysis and recommendations. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities, including audit results.
- Assist with the monitoring of various employment processes, including, but not limited to, background checks, arbitration agreement and handbook acknowledgements, I-9 verifications, and other legally required processes.
- Communicate, support, and train on best practices and changes to employment related policies, processes, and procedures.
- Act as back up for Employee Relations as needed.
- Assist with special projects/assignments as needed.
Requirements
- Associate's degree, preferably in human resources or another related field.
- 3-5 years of relevant human resources or compliance experience.
- Advanced knowledge of employment laws and human resource practices.
- Experience with auditing, filing, reconciling, and monitoring records for errors.
- Strong experience with computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with business and human resources stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, priorities, and projects.
- Ability to handle data with confidentiality.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Superb attention to detail, a high level of accountability, and an ability to work autonomously.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources or another related field.
- PHR or equivalent certification.
- Project management skills.
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Our Benefits:
Permanent full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits:
- Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays (12 for MA employees); Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service; Generous paid sick time; Annual day of service; Floating Holiday)
- 401(k) plan options with a company match
- Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options
- Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution
- Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance
- Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)
- Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities
- Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options
- Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more!)
- Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles
- Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families
Why WinnCompanies?
A job you can be proud of: WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives.
A job that challenges you: Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace.
A job you can learn from: We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.
A team that cares: We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.
About Us:
WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,300+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.
Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.
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