HR Compliance Specialist | Kent, OH

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Kent, OH

Additional Locations: N/A

Work Site: Hybrid

Req ID: 230670

Position Overview

Davey Tree is seeking an HR Compliance Specialist to work out of our corporate office in Kent, OH.

This will be a hybrid position consisting of 3 days in office and 2 days remote. The pay range for the position is $20 - $23 per hour depending on experience.

Job Duties

• HR areas covered, but not limited to, Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify compliance, background screening submissions, various written and verbal reporting regarding unemployment and disability insurance, verifications of employment, invoice processing, Labor Law Poster compliance, and other areas as may be required.

• Review and ensure employee application packets are accurate and complete.

• Be familiar with USCIS immigration laws and regulations.

• Maintain HR records regarding Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify compliance, background screening submissions.

• Ensure accurate and necessary information retrieved from employees is documented clearly and thoroughly into employee records on SAP system, the background screening vendor and the DHS E-Verify computer system.

• Initiate timely telephone calls, faxes or emails to appropriate supervisory personnel to obtain, document or pass along needed information regarding Form I-9, E-Verify and background checks.

• Process, manage and answer all employment verification requests in a timely manner.

• Produce, review and submit unemployment and disability insurance reports.

• Process, review and submit for payment various incoming invoices.

• Ensure all work is accurate and complete, and processed in a timely manner in accordance with established Company policies, applicable legal requirements and specified deadlines.

• Responsible for ensuring HR compliance at all times and work to resolve compliance issues according to Company policies and applicable legal requirements.

• Assist with audit requests, as needed.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of HR generalist experience.

• Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications, specifically with MS Word and Excel functions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail oriented, adaptable and flexible.

• Ability to effectively manage confidential, complex issues to successful resolution.

• Strong sense of service orientation and ability to meet multiple needs.

• Proactive with a strong sense of urgency.

• Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency and accuracy.

• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work well within a team.

• Knowledge of USCIS Form I-9 and E-Verify requirements a plus.

• Knowledge of SAP system a plus.

• Knowledge of Successfactors software a plus.

Additional Information

**What We Offer: ***

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Opportunities for advancement

• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match

• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options

• Group Health Plan

• Employee referral bonus program

• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas

• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers

• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

• Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected] .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: None