Human Resources Administrator
11 days ago
Houston
Job DescriptionDescription: Location: Houston, TX (Headquarters, Galleria area) – 3 days per week; Alvin, TX (Ron Carter Stores) – 1–2 days per week Position Type: Full-Time (Hybrid – Multi-Site) Department: Human Resources Reports to: Director of Human Resources Pay: $21/hr. – $26/hr., commensurate with experience About ZT Automotive ZT Automotive is a growing, high-performance automotive group committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience and operational excellence across 16 dealerships in Texas, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly organized and proactive HR Administrator to support our Human Resources team and help drive people-focused initiatives across our enterprise. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your HR career within a dynamic, growth-focused automotive group that values its people as their greatest asset. Position Summary The HR Administrator serves as a key operational resource for the Human Resources department, supporting a wide range of HR functions including recruiting coordination, onboarding, employee records management, benefits administration, compliance, and HR communications. This role requires a detail-oriented, people-first professional who is comfortable working across multiple dealership locations and can effectively support both headquarters’ operations and field-level store needs. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate full-cycle recruiting activities including job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communications across all ZT Automotive locations., • Support new hire onboarding, ensuring all documentation, system access, and orientation activities are completed accurately and on time., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring data integrity and compliance with applicable laws and company policies., • Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries, acting as a liaison with benefit providers as needed., • Support payroll processing by collecting, verifying, and submitting timekeeping data and personnel changes to the payroll team., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across TX, GA, AL, and FL, including required postings and reporting., • Assist in the administration of employee leave programs including FMLA, PDA, and state leave laws., • Draft and distribute HR communications including offer letters, status change notices, and policy updates., • Assist the Director of HR in planning and executing HR projects, training initiatives, and culture-building activities., • Serve as a point of contact for general employee HR questions and escalate complex matters appropriately., • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion., • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered., • Minimum 2–3 years of HR administrative or generalist experience; automotive or multi-site retail experience a strong plus., • Working knowledge of employment law across multiple states (TX, GA, AL, FL) preferred., • Experience with Paylocity; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)., • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional, approachable demeanor., • High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information., • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team., • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required for regular travel between Houston HQ and Alvin, TX stores)., • Professional appearance and strong work ethic.