HR Specialist

Role Overview

An established nonprofit in Charlotte, North Carolina is hiring an HR Specialist for a contract assignment with the possibility of becoming permanent. The position sits within a growing HR team and combines recruiting support, onboarding coordination, records management, and compliance-related administration in a busy onsite setting. The right candidate will exercise good judgment, stay highly organized, and handle sensitive employee information with care while working closely with HR leadership.

Recruiting and Hiring Support

• Source potential candidates through online channels and help move applicants through early hiring stages.
• Review applications at the initial stage, arrange interviews, and contribute to a smooth candidate experience.

Onboarding and HR Administration

• Manage onboarding activities for new hires so that forms and backup documents are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Keep personnel files and HR documentation well organized while protecting private employee data.
• Support training coordination and administrative tasks for orientation and onboarding sessions.

Compliance and Systems Support

• Assist with compliance work by collecting records, monitoring requirements, and helping prepare for audits, including healthcare-related compliance needs.
• Work with HR tools and digital signature/document systems such as Paychex and Adobe Sign to run onboarding and recordkeeping processes.
• Partner with the HR Manager on routine operations, reporting, research, and special projects for a workforce of about 168 employees.

Company and Employment Details

This role is based onsite in Charlotte, NC and is offered as a temporary contract position through Robert Half, with the potential to convert to a permanent opportunity. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals and may include medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, plus access to a 401(k) plan. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Additional Information

Robert Half provides contract, temporary, permanent, and talent-solution services across several professional areas. The company also offers access to online training and job-matching tools. This opportunity is an equal employment opportunity role. By submitting an application, candidates agree to the stated terms of use and privacy notice.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an HR Specialist, HR Generalist, or in a similar human resources position.
• Hands-on recruiting experience, including sourcing candidates, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews.
• Working knowledge of HRIS platforms; experience with Paychex is a strong advantage.
• Excellent organization and careful attention to detail when managing employee records and documentation.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and discreetly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, plus solid research and documentation abilities.
• Comfort working across multiple priorities in a fast-moving, deadline-oriented environment.
• Prior experience in healthcare, HIPAA-regulated, or otherwise compliance-sensitive settings is preferred.

Work Environment

The position operates in a fast-paced onsite environment and supports a nonprofit organization with approximately 168 employees.