Human Resources Specialist

Oakland Hills Country Club is one of the pre-eminent country clubs in the United States. The Club is home to two championship courses offering a legendary golf experience. Our membership, one of the largest in the Great Lakes region, enjoys a broad range of engaging social activities and recreational programs that promote friendship and create lifelong memories for our member families. Oakland Hills is amidst one of the most critical points of the Club's history as we embark on a multiyear clubhouse construction project following the fire of 2022. Along with the clubhouse, we are building on a foundation of delivering consistent, high-quality services and amenities for a world-class experience throughout the Club. Job Summary: Oakland Hills Country Club is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to join its team. This individual will play a vital role in recruitment, onboarding, and general human resources operations for both seasonal and year-round employees. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR Director to ensure staffing needs are met, employees are supported, and HR policies and procedures are consistently followed, ensuring a positive and productive work environment. Key Responsibilities: • Assists with seasonal recruitment efforts, including posting job openings, social media and screening applicants. • Develops relationships with area educational institutions to support recruiting efforts. • Coordinates the onboarding and offboarding process for all new hires and seasonal employees, completing necessary paperwork, tracking drug screening and ensuring compliance with employment laws and country club policies. • Collaborates with department heads to ensure new employees receive role-specific training and introductions. • Maintains accurate and up-to-date employee records, including hiring documents, performance evaluations, and benefits information. • Ensures compliance with I-9 requirements during the onboarding process, rehires and conducts audits as necessary. • Manages the employee communications and training platform, including adding and removing users and updating content. • Plans and promotes employee engagement programs to maintain an effective and positive culture. • Maintains records related to employee benefits administration and assists employees with inquiries regarding benefits. • Supports the HR Director with any other administrative HR functions as needed, including employee benefits administration, safety compliance, H2B visa processing and employee housing. Qualifications: • Associate or bachelor’s degree or HR certification preferred. • 3+ years of experience. • Hospitality or club experience a plus. • Strong knowledge of human resources principles and practices. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce. • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment, especially during the peak season. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ADP Workforce Now systems preferred. • Previous experience in country clubs or similar environments is a plus. Working Conditions: • This position may require occasional evening or weekend hours, particularly during the peak season. • The HR Specialist will be expected to work in both office and outdoor settings, interacting with a wide range of seasonal and full-time employees.