Bilingual Human Resources Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and bilingual (English/Spanish) Human Resources Specialist to support various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations. This role plays a key part in ensuring a positive employee experience and maintaining HR best practices across the organization.

* Assist with full-cycle recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews.
* Support new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all required documentation for payroll, benefits, and work authorization.
* Track and monitor 90-day performance reviews for new hires.
* Provide employees with guidance on benefits, payroll, and HR policies and procedures.
* Process employee status changes (promotions, terminations, transfers) with proper documentation and compliance.
* Maintain and update HR records and personnel files in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
* Assist with prevailing wage compliance, including research, reporting, and communication with internal teams and external agencies.
* Stay current with federal, state, and local employment laws to ensure organizational compliance.
* Conduct periodic HR audits, including personnel files, I-9s, EEO, and affirmative action documentation.
* Support employee relations efforts, including investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
* Participate in HR initiatives and special projects to support organizational goals and employee engagement.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align HR practices with business needs and promote a positive work environment.
* Coordinate requests for badges and RWP (Roadway Worker Protection) training directly with WMATA.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.

* Bilingual in English and Spanish, required.
* aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP certification, preferred.
* Minimum of 2 years of HR experience in recruitment, onboarding, and HR compliance, required.
* Solid understanding of HR processes, employment laws, and documentation requirements, required.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with HRIS systems, required.
* Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and effective communication abilities, required.
* Proven ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality, required.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced environment, required.
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, preferred.
* Prior experience in the construction or infrastructure industry is a plus.

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.