HR Specialist

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Specialist to join our team In this role you will work closely with the HR and Benefits teams on a variety of tasks and responsibilities, including administering employee benefits and retirement programs, managing day-to-day updates to the HRIS system, assisting with HR projects, and coordinating all aspects of the new hire process – from pre-employment to first day.

This is an exempt position with a generous retirement plan of 10% guaranteed and up to 5% discretionary provided by the company annually once eligibility is met, with no minimum required contributions out of your pocket. This is your opportunity to grow professionally with an industry-leading equipment provider with a 70+ year presence in the marketplace

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate pre-employment processes including collecting required acknowledgments, completing background checks, scheduling drug screens, and ensuring all onboarding compliance items are completed accurately and on time. 
• Assist in various HR projects and audits.
• Organize and conduct new hire orientation on a weekly basis.
• Update employee benefits in HRIS system for qualifying life event changes including coordination with payroll on proper deductions.
• Administer random drug screens.
• Oversee milestone award process.
• Create, run, and analyze reports from HRIS. 
• Assist Benefits Manager in conducting Benefits and Open Enrollment meetings along with updating benefit content and materials as needed.
• Support backend termination process by updating employee status in HRIS system, preparing separation of benefits letters, coding termination reasons, and ensuring offboarding items are completed.
• Coordinate United Way Campaign and participate in employee engagement committee meetings and events. 
• Perform administrative HR tasks such as filing and scanning documents, processing invoices, and completing employment verifications.
• Update performance management system to reflect changes made in the HRIS system and initiate applicable performance review cycles.
• Assist HR Business Partners with recruitment process as needed.
• Works within and promotes vision, mission, and values of BMC.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration/Management/related field or applicable experience in lieu of degree required. 
• 2+ years of HR experience required; 2+ years of Benefits experience preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential or willingness to obtain certification preferred.
• General HR/Benefits knowledge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Effective multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to maintain strict confidentiality with employee information.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.

As a family business for three generations, we currently employ over 1000 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Montana. We are looking for self-motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success. If you desire to start your career with our team, here are some things we offer within our full benefits package: 

• 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with an additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Health Insurance – 3 plan options
• Health Savings Account – Employer contribution up to $1,300/year 
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
• Dental Insurance – 2 plan options 
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay/salary
• Long-Term Disability Coverage 
• Maternity / Paternity Benefits
• Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(K) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching 
• SmartDollar – employer-paid financial planning program 
• Legal Shield/ID Shield products 
• Voluntary Benefit options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization

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