We are looking for a Human Resources Compliance Specialist to join our corporate team in Irvine, CA. International Education Corporation (IEC) is the parent company for UEI College, United Education Institute, Sage Truck Driving Schools, and US Colleges. Our mission is to drive personal and community transformation by empowering students to make a positive and enduring life change. We are consistently searching for like-minded compassionate professionals who strive to be the best in their respective fields. Our top candidates share our commitment to helping students build the skills to create a future of which they can be proud. We operate with a vigilant focus on five strategies and drivers of success: growth, quality, regulatory compliance, one standard of excellence, and financial effectiveness.

Job Summary: 

The HR Compliance Specialist ensures that the organization adheres to all relevant employment laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role involves auditing, developing, and implementing HR compliance programs, ensuring time punch accuracy, conducting I-9 audits, completing monthly HR Metrics reports, and advising management on compliance-related matters. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, as well as proficiency in data management and documentation. 

• Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and track compliance metrics to assess the effectiveness of policies and programs and use independent judgment in identifying areas for improvement. 

• Ensure time punch accuracy in alignment with wage and hour laws. 

• Review, track, and document meal period violations, penalties, and missed or edited timecard punches; collaborate with campuses and colleagues to identify and resolve these issues effectively. 

• Conduct regular I-9 audits to ensure accurate employee documentation and compliance with federal regulations. 

• Track and analyze employment litigation claims, prepare reports, and identify trends to provide insights into legal risks. 

• Verify that current salaries for both exempt and non-exempt employees comply with state and federal minimum wage standards. 

• Complete monthly HR Metrics reports, tracking and analyzing data such as turnover rates, employee demographics and employee relations matters. 

• Submit compliance reporting (e.g., EEO-1, Pay Data Reporting, Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting) and respond to state and federal survey requests. 

• Prepare HR compliance audit data by compiling and analyzing internal/external information. 

• Participate in third-party/government reviews, audits, and inquiries in coordination with relevant departments and management. 

• Maintain and prepare files, records, documents, and reports as requested. 

• Assist with department initiatives, diligence efforts, and other projects as assigned. 

• Participate in projects to implement new policies, processes, and systems that support the tracking and administration of human resources compliance-related matters. 

• Provide training, facilitation, and presentations to employees regarding compliance requirements and updates. 

• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws  and health and safety regulations throughout the United States. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 

• 3+ years of experience in HR compliance or a similar role. 

• Strong auditing and assessment skills for HR programs and processes. 

• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills. 

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and complex issues independently. 

• Strong attention to detail and collaboration skills. 

• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). 

• Strong knowledge of state and federal  employment laws, with a heavy emphasis on California employment laws. 

• Proven ability to compile, analyze, and document HR Metrics reports.

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At IEC, we don't just embrace diversity we crave it. We have purposefully built a team of talented people not only with different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, but professional diversity as well. We believe that a team of people with diverse backgrounds and experiences bring different perspectives and ideas to the table as we endeavor to help our students succeed. What will you bring?

Our students are making an investment in their futures, and joining the IEC team is an investment in your future. We are an employee-owned company with mentorship, training, and career pathways in every department. You chart your own success at IEC.

The Perks

We are engaged in meaningful, purposeful work that is transforming lives and communities every day. In addition, our team members enjoy a host of perks including ownership in the company. What does that mean? IEC has a structured Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), where employees earn shares of the company every year; the longer you're part of our team, the more shares you earn. When you're ready to retire, IEC buys those shares back so you can live out your retirement dreams. Other employee benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance; a generously matched 401(k) plan; and accrued paid-time-off and 10 company holidays every year. The biggest perk of all? The monumental sense of pride as you help students overcome obstacles to improve their lives. We live for that.