HR Risk and Compliance Specialist

Position Title

HR Risk and Compliance Specialist

Houston, TX

Direct Hire

$70k – $75k / Year

Monday–Friday, 8‑5

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented HR Risk & Compliance Specialist to manage regulatory compliance, workers’ compensation administration, audit support, and employee‑facing HR processes. This role is highly data‑driven and plays a key role in risk mitigation, regulatory adherence, and maintaining a compliant and safe work environment. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of employment regulations, workers’ compensation processes, and HR systems, along with clear communication and analytical skills.

• Monitor and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Prepare and submit required compliance reports, including OSHA logs, EEO‑1 filings, and workers’ compensation reports
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits, claims, and employee verification
• Respond to regulatory inquiries and support audit preparation and coordination

• Coordinate medical and indemnity claims with employees, supervisors, providers, and third‑party administrators
• Track and analyze claims data to identify trends and recommend risk‑reduction strategies
• Manage return‑to‑work processes and ensure accommodations are documented and communicated
• Maintain claim documentation and support periodic claims reviews

• Support safety initiatives through documentation, training coordination, and compliance tracking
• Support compliance processes related to drug testing, background checks, and DOT requirements

• Support onboarding processes and HRIS data management
• Assist with employee records, reporting, and compliance documentation
• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to HR, payroll, and workers’ compensation
• Provide employee support with a professional, solutions‑oriented approach

• 3+ years of experience in HR compliance, risk management, or workers’ compensation
• Strong knowledge of employment regulations (OSHA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, I‑9)
• Hands‑on experience using HRIS platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

• Experience in construction, utilities, or field‑based environments
• Advanced data analysis related to claims, incident trends, or cost mitigation
• Experience coordinating with third‑party administrators or external compliance partners

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.