Amass: Human Resource Specialist - Kansas City

Job Details: Job Location: Amass Kansas City MO

• Kansas City, MO, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $50000.00 - $60000.00Salary/year, Job Category: Human Resources, Company Overview: Amass is the parent company of Augment Human Resource Services (AHRS) and Augment Professional Services (APS). AHRS provides high-volume general labor staffing for the sanitation and environmental services industry. APS focuses on technical staffing, placing engineers, project managers, and other skilled professionals in technology, infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing. The centralized back-office team at Amass supports both divisions in finance, payroll, compliance, and HR.

Position Summary

The Human Resource Specialist is a critical member of the Amass HR team, providing hands-on, in-office support for HR operations across AHRS and APS. This role manages onboarding, compliance, employee relations, benefits administration, and recordkeeping. The Specialist also contributes to the development and delivery of internal training programs and the creation of company policies to ensure compliance and consistency across all staffing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Onboarding & Lifecycle Support Facilitate onboarding for all internal and temporary employees, including background checks, I-9 verification, and policy signoffs Maintain employee records and compliance documentation in Paycom Assist with employee exits, including offboarding checklists, final pay coordination, and exit interviews HR Compliance & Operations Ensure HR practices remain compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions Support internal audits, OSHA reporting, workers’ compensation filings, and compliance logs Maintain standardized HR procedures and up-to-date documentation Policy & Training Development Assist in drafting, updating, and distributing company policies and employee handbooks Help create and facilitate internal training sessions on compliance, onboarding, and workplace expectations Maintain an organized repository of training materials and policy documents Employee Relations Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and workplace issues Document employee concerns and assist in resolving routine employee relations matters Support managers and site leaders in addressing performance or disciplinary issues in a compliant manner Benefits Administration Manage enrollment, changes, and terminations of employee benefits Support employees with questions regarding coverage, eligibility, and claims Coordinate with payroll and third-party vendors on benefits deductions and issue resolution HR Reporting & Process Improvement Generate reports on headcount, turnover, compliance, and onboarding progress Identify opportunities for HR process improvements and assist with system implementations or updates Collaborate with Payroll, Accounting, and Operations as needed to ensure smooth interdepartmental workflows Qualifications: Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a human resources role supporting multi-state operations Familiarity with labor law compliance, HR documentation practices, and onboarding procedures HRIS experience required (Paycom preferred) High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a service-oriented mindset Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus Work Environment: This is a full-time, in-office position located at Amass headquarters.

All back-office functions—including HR, Finance, Payroll, and Accounting—are performed onsite.