Human Resources Specialist (Human Resources)
The Spinx Company, a premier employer of South Carolina, operates 90+ convenience stores in South Carolina and employs over 1,600 associates through its stores, food operations, and related businesses. Spinx is passionate about fulfilling people's everyday needs by providing quality services and products in a clean, safe, and convenient environment. We operate in a fun and respectful manner that balances profit, community involvement, and environmental awareness while valuing our on-the-go customers, partners, and team of employees.
Benefits:
Paid vacation after 60 days
401k Retirement Plan
$0.25 weekly fuel discount (per gallon)
Holiday Savings Club
Annual Reviews
Health Insurance
Dental/Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability
Tuition Assistance
Scholarship Opportunities
JOB SUMMARY: The HR Specialist works closely with the HR Leadership as well as Operational Managers to partner and carry out HR functions relating to personnel matters. This position plays a significant role in the development and delivery of policy and procedures as well as curriculum in Employee Relations. Primary focus of work involves labor law, policies and procedures, retention, internal investigations and grievances, working closely with management, employees, agencies and legal counsel. This position will also serve as the primary leave administrator. Performs administrative functions for Director of Employee Engagement relative to employment practices and general HR functions/projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the above functions and the following:
Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, parental leave, short-term disability, and other company-provided leaves.Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding leave requests, eligibility, documentation, and return-to-work processes.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws and regulations.Maintain accurate and confidential leave records, tracking employee absences and coordinating with payroll and benefits teams.Provide guidance to managers and employees on leave-related policies and accommodations.Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, performance concerns, and workplace disputes.Assist in conducting employee relations investigations, gathering documentation, and making recommendations for resolutions.Partner with management to provide guidance on disciplinary actions, terminations, and workplace policies.Collaborate with corporate legal counsel and compliance teams regarding employment matters (unemployment, EEOC, SCHAC, etc.)Maintain and update the Employee Manual content to ensure its alignment with current labor law.Manage unemployment insurance processes and monitor program costs.Maintain HR and OPS Employee Relations database and files and perform administrative functions during investigations.Works with Director of Employee Engagement to develop and implement HR fundamentals including policies and procedures to assist in supporting the mission & vision.Other duties as assigned by Director of Human Resources.
