Northshore SHRM Blog

Human Resources Professional, Stoa Group

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:55:57 GMT

Hey HR Network!

I'm looking to connect with an HR professional who may be ready for the next step in their career.

At Stoa Group, we're less concerned with the title you've held and more interested in your experience, judgment, and potential. Whether you're currently an HR Specialist looking to broaden your experience or an HR Generalist looking for a new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and supporting a positive employee experience while also understanding the needs of the business. The ideal person exercises sound judgment, communicates well, and can balance employee experience, compliance, and practical business needs.

This is an individual contributor role (not a management position) that supports employees throughout the employment lifecycle and works closely with our People Operations team to ensure consistent, compliant, and practical HR practices across the organization.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in our Hammond Support Office. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this role.

If this sounds like you, or if someone immediately comes to mind, please send resumes or referrals to cboudreaux@stoagroup.com.

I appreciate any recommendations!

Duties & Responsibilities

What You'll Own

We're not looking for someone to simply maintain processes. We're looking for someone who enjoys improving them.

Here's what you'll own:

Build trusted relationships with employees by serving as a go-to resource for guidance, support, and HR-related questions.

Help create an exceptional employee experience from a candidate's first conversation through their last day with the company.
Navigate employee relations matters with professionalism, empathy, sound judgment, and a solutions-focused mindset.
Support leave administration, accommodations, investigations, and other employee programs with accuracy, consistency, and care.
Keep our HRIS and employee records organized, accurate, and meaningful because good data drives good decisions.
Interpret employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices while balancing compliance with practical business solutions.
Look for opportunities to improve how we hire, onboard, communicate, and support our employees. If there's a better way, we want to hear it.
Partner with the People Operations team on projects that make our department (and our company) better.
Protect confidential information while earning the trust of employees and leaders through integrity, professionalism, and follow-through.
Roll up your sleeves and jump in where needed. We're a collaborative team, and no one is above helping wherever the business needs us most.

Minimum Qualifications

What We're Looking For

A solid foundation in Human Resources with approximately 5+ years of progressive HR experience. We care more about the depth and quality of your experience than the title you've held.

Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, HR best practices, and the judgment to know when to ask questions or seek guidance.
Experience supporting employee relations, leave administration, investigations, onboarding, and HR compliance.
A relationship-builder who communicates with empathy, professionalism, and confidence at all levels of the organization.
Someone who is naturally curious, enjoys solving problems, and looks for opportunities to improve the employee experience and HR processes.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
High integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus, but not required.

Competitive; commensurate with experience

Salary: Competitive; commensurate with experience

URL to apply for this position: Please email cboudreaux@stoagroup.com

Human Resources Consultant, BBSI

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:51:44 GMT

About the job

Our focus is growth. Is yours?

Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI) helps business owners focus on their business. We offer outsourced HR, risk consultation, payroll administration, insurance, and recruiting to small-and medium-sized businesses. We combine expert knowledge with industry leading solutions allowing business owners to focus on their core business while building stronger companies.

The BBSI HR Consultant role provides guidance and support to our business-owner clients and our internal team of experts. This person must demonstrate strong business acumen, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a genuine desire to proactively and consistently deliver results for our clients and internal teams. The BBSI HR Consultant supports a multi-million dollar business unit that consults on a broad range of organizational issues.

The primary objective of the HR Consultant is to provide guidance, training and support to clients in the areas of strategic human capital management, employment law compliance, employee relations, organizational development, workers’ compensation administration and the overall development of best practices in human resources.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of human resources principles and practices, including employment laws and regulations. This includes self-directed maintenance on knowledge of current laws, events, industry trends and economic factors that may impact BBSI and its clients.
Knowledge of HR metrics and ability to benchmark, measure, analyze and articulate the value and ROI of HR initiatives, practices and policies
10+ years’ experience in hands-on and strategic HR management
Multi-client/units consulting experience a plus
Networked with HR associations or related network groups
Training, Organizational and Cultural Development experience a must
Ability and willingness to enthusiastically “roll up sleeves” and perform administrative work as needed
Experience in building an HR department a plus
Ability to become a trusted advisor to business owners
Additional operations or business experience outside of HR
Demonstrated ability to write, develop and deliver successful presentations and facilitate trainings to individuals and groups at all levels of an organization
Roughly 80% of time spent out of the office – primarily local – working with clients at their location
Bilingual in Spanish a plus but not required
Bachelor’s degree preferred, advanced degree is a plus
SPHR or PHR strongly preferred
Extensive Microsoft Office experience

For individuals with these requirements, this position offers:

The stability of working for a publicly traded, growth-oriented company
Phenomenal work environment where we work hard, have fun, promote growth and development, and build great relationships with solid business professionals
Opportunity to impact the success and growth of client companies and BBSI
Knowledge that you are working for a results-oriented organization
Experience interacting with professionals in multiple industries

Salary and Other Compensation:

The starting salary range for this position is $97,000-115,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography, skills, education, experience, certifications and other qualifications of the candidate.

This position is also eligible for incentive pay in accordance with the terms of the Company’s plan.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, health savings account, flexible savings account, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, accidental death and dismemberment, life insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, voluntary accident, voluntary critical care, voluntary hospital indemnity, legal, identity & fraud protection, commuter benefits, pet insurance, employee stock purchase program, and an employee assistance program.

Paid Time Off: 40 hours of paid sick leave annually (additional sick/front loading/accrual, if any, based on state or regional requirements); vacation accrues up to 80 hours in the first year, up to 120 hours in years 2-4, and up to 160 hours in the fifth year; 6 paid holidays annually, 4 paid volunteer days annually.

Diversity and Inclusion are critical parts of our corporate culture. BBSI strives to create a workplace where everyone feels included and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work, and is treated fairly. BBSI is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.

If you meet the above requirements, we welcome the opportunity to learn more about you. For more information, visit us at www. bbsi.com.

Link to apply:

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4438349879/?refId=jBdOaP8%2BRN2PJGRH0ayMyA%3D%3D&trackingId=jBdOaP8%2BRN2PJGRH0ayMyA%3D%3D

Payroll Specialist, City of Slidell

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 22:29:42 GMT

Position Description:

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and maintains payroll records and reports. The Payroll Specialist works closely with the Finance department to ensure all payroll-related activities are performed efficiently and accurately.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Process bi-weekly, monthly and miscellaneous payrolls for all employees. Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, deductions, and benefits.
Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws. Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and tax laws. Handle garnishments, tax levies, QMCSO and other deductions as required by law.
Maintain accurate payroll records, including time and attendance, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings.
Work with Human Resources Manager to prepare year-end tax documents, such as W-2 forms.
Address and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries regarding payroll matters. Collaborate with finance teams to resolve any payroll-related issues.
Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports to supervisor.
Train new employees and new timekeepers on the use of attendance and payroll systems.
Assist with Human Resources department duties such as answering phones, receiving and reviewing applications, status updates to applicants, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent; and
Three (3) years of payroll or Human Resources related experience; or
Any equivalent combination of related higher education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities and demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the job.

Salary:

$33,462 - $42,462 depending on experience

Link to Apply:

https://cityofslidell.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Company Address (physical location):

2045 2^nd St. Suite 202, Slidell, LA 70458