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Principal HR Administrative Specialist (Onsite: Houston, TX)

Halliburton, Houston, TX, United States


The Principal Administrative Specialist under limited supervision works within the Corporate HR department and the Employee Relations team providing administrative support to the teams. Pay Rate:

$27.00 - $31.00/hour Assignment Length:

3 months with the high possibility of extension based on performance and other factors. Responsibilities: Operate within a specialized function, with work verified on an irregular basis as issues arise, allowing for considerable autonomy in project completion for the immediate supervisor. Prepare complex reports and maintain intricate records, requiring careful selection, classification, or compilation of information from multiple sources. Utilize initiative and judgment to arrange job details and achieve predetermined objectives. Coordinate or direct the work activities of various lower-level specialists as needed. Provide accurate and prompt responses to a wide range of Human Resources customer inquiries. Utilize knowledge of HR programs, documented procedures, policy manuals, HR databases, and other resources to resolve inquiries in person, via telephone, voicemail, or email. Interpret, apply, and communicate conceptual elements of Human Resources policies, rules, and regulations. Ensure organizational goals are met by interpreting and applying HR processes, replicating successful practices, proactively developing internal relationships, and identifying areas for improvement. Escalate issues requiring specific, in-depth knowledge to the appropriate HR Business Partner or HR Manager. Follow up on outstanding issues to ensure resolution, keep the customer informed on the status, and close out inquiries when complete. Qualifications: Requires 8 + years of administrative support. Completion of an undergraduate degree in Human Resources or a similar business field preferred. Prefers at least one year of experience that includes a combination of customer service and functional experience within Human Resources. Proficient in administrative skills, familiar with standard office software suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, with experience in an administrative capacity supporting a team. Strong customer service skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and work independently. Experience working within an HR department is preferred. Active listener with strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Trusted with a high degree of confidential information. Strong work ethic and high integrity.

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