General Description:

We are looking for a human resources specialist who will be responsible for performing HR-related duties professionally and in a highly confidential manner. This position fulfills responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding and offboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, affirmative action, and employment law compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all personnel; assists in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
• Performs benefits administration, including open enrollment, claims resolution, change reporting, and communication of benefits information to employees.
• Acts as liaison between our company and benefits company.
• Manage the recruitment and selection process, providing advice and guidance to department managers; utilize applicant tracking system, review and post job advertisements; initiate and review background check results.
• Design and conduct employee training to enhance the department's knowledge of foundational concepts and company policies.
• Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports as needed.
• Develop and update the company’s salary budget.
• Maintaining department records, reports, and organizational charts
• Coordinate the performance evaluation process for all employees.
• Performs other duties and projects as required.
• Collaborate with VP and Manager of Human Resources on emerging Employee Relations issues, the disciplinary action process, and creative options for resolution.
• Maintain knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices in employment law, human resources, and employee relations.
• Be open to learning how to assist with Payroll and eventually become a backup for the staff currently doing the payroll.

Experience, Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is highly desired.
• Minimum of two years of human resource management experience is preferred.
• SHRM-CP or PHR is a plus.
• Payroll preparation experience is also a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

EEO Compliance:

Ryde Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ryde Technologies will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.