Overview
HR Specialist role at Valero. Valero is a leading producer of fuels and products, employing about 10,000 people. This position supports day-to-day HR activities across recruiting, payroll, benefits, employee relations, performance, and development as assigned by management.
Responsibilities
- Serve as initial point of contact for employee relations matters including training, employment, labor relations, payroll, compensation and benefits.
- Provide guidance to management and employees on complex HR-related concerns; coordinate with other departments and refer complex issues to higher levels as needed.
- Participate in employee investigations and assist with recommendations on resolutions.
- Initiate and complete processing of employment actions (employment, terminations, transfers, promotions).
- Research and forward employee information to Compensation for salary recommendations as needed.
- Fulfill hiring needs and lead recruitment initiatives and programs; establish and implement college recruitment activities at designated universities.
- Extend and negotiate offers of employment; coordinate onboarding of new hires.
- Assist with the termination process to ensure legal obligations are met.
- Coordinate administration of employee benefits with external providers; answer participant questions and resolve routine benefit issues.
- Prepare and communicate information to participants regarding benefit programs, procedures, and changes; ensure compliance.
- Coordinate payroll administration with external provider; review payroll for compliance with government regulations.
- Ensure compliance with labor regulations; assist with special projects and department functions; assist lower level HR/support staff as needed.
- Design and run monthly HR reports as needed.
Qualifications
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Houston Refinery, required.
- High School Diploma or GED
- 5+ years of professional-level Human Resources experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in Human Resources, Business, or related area
- Experience with SAP
Benefits
- Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
- 401(k) with 100% match up to 7% and immediate vesting
- Company-sponsored Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Program
Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to eligibility and work location. Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected status including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.
Valero’s market-specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and may differ from estimates found on external sites.