Experience Specialist, HR​/Recruitment

People Experience Specialist Position Summary

The People Experience Specialist plays a key role in creating a positive and engaging workplace environment. This position focuses on enhancing the employee experience throughout the lifecycle-from onboarding to engagement and retention-while supporting HR operations and culture initiatives.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee experience programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Develop and implement engagement activities, recognition programs, and culture-building events.
• Support HR processes including benefits administration, policy communication, and compliance.
• Gather employee feedback through surveys and focus groups; analyze data to recommend improvements.
• Partner with managers and HR team to address employee concerns and promote a positive work environment.
• Maintain accurate employee records and assist with HR reporting.
• Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Responsible for processing Payroll.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in HR, People Operations, or employee engagement roles.
• 2+ years of experience in payroll.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and engaging workplace culture.

• Empathy and active listening.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality.
• Creative approach to employee engagement and experience design.

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact  .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

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