SR Human Resources Specialist

Position Title: SR Human Resources Specialist

Location: Wilmington, DE

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: $25.00 -$28.00 / Per Hour

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

About the Opportunity

A well-established healthcare organization in the Greater Philadelphia area is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a high-visibility opportunity with a clear path to growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all HR operations for the department, including full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance
• Develop and execute hiring strategies aligned with organizational workforce needs, partnering with department heads to anticipate talent gaps and build proactive pipelines
• Drive workforce development initiatives, including performance management frameworks, succession planning, and employee growth programs
• Foster collaborative, inclusive work environments across departments by serving as a trusted HR partner to managers and senior leadership
• Coach and advise managers on employee relations matters, performance issues, and HR policy interpretation
• Oversee and optimize Paylocity workflows for recruiting, onboarding, and employee data management
• Manage pre-employment processes including background checks, drug screens, and immunization verification
• Monitor HR inbox and departmental communications, ensuring timely routing and resolution of inquiries
• Serve as a key stakeholder in departmental transition planning as senior leadership shifts into an executive-level role
• Prepare to assume expanded HR Director responsibilities, including strategic planning, reporting to executive leadership, and department oversight

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a manager or senior generalist capacity
• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Paylocity; experience with other ATS/HRIS platforms considered
• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment and onboarding
• Strong employee relations background
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Ability to step in quickly, follow established processes, and lead with confidence

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants 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. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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