The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring: HR SPECIALIST in San Antonio

HR SPECIALIST at The GEO Group, Inc.

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

About GEO

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for government partners worldwide across correctional and community reentry services. GEO offers state-of-the-art facilities and services that deliver outcomes through rehabilitation and reintegration.

Responsibilities

• The Human Resources Specialist supports local recruiting and outreach efforts with the centralized recruiting team to meet monthly and annual targets, ensuring a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Assist in administration and tracking of employee development training.
• Engage employees and resolve issues professionally; escalate concerns as appropriate and relay insights to facility management, Regional HR, and Corporate HR.
• Perform employee onboarding, data entry into the HR Information System, and new employee orientation; ensure understanding of policies and the employee handbook.
• Resolve employee inquiries and update the HRIS with necessary inputs; report unresolved issues to HR Manager.
• Maintain records of insurance, retirement plans, and personnel transactions (hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, terminations, etc.).
• Process performance reviews, wage/salary transactions, and disciplinary actions within approved authority and deadlines.
• Process leaves of absence in the timekeeping system and ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, and applicable laws.
• Guide employees on HR policies and procedures (e.g., Time Off with Pay, Tuition Reimbursement).
• May attend hearings as the HR representative.
• Compile information to file workers’ compensation claims with the insurance carrier as needed.
• Prepare routine and special reports by analyzing trends and identifying high-risk areas.
• Provide referral support for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years of related HR experience, or higher education degree with one (1) year of related HR experience.
• Strong working knowledge of HR concepts, practices, procedures, and basic employment laws.
• Experience with an HR Information System is preferred.
• Professional demeanor and ability to gain the respect of all employees.
• Excellent organization, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other HR software.

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) Matching, Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discount, Reduced Tuition Rates, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), Pet Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Training, Flexible Spending Account.

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Security and Investigations

We encourage you to apply and look forward to considering your candidacy.