JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

 

JOB TITLE:  HR Administrator (Bilingual  Korean/English)

DEPARTMENT: Field Administration Team REPORTS TO: Field Administration Manager LOCATION: Taylor, TX

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

The HR Specialist will manage day-to-day human resources operations for both local employees dispatched employees from the HQ in Korea at the T-project site office. This role requires strong attention to detail, accurate record keeping, and the ability to communicate in both Korean and English at a business level. This position maintains close communication with the Houston office HR Team.

HR Administration

Maintain and update employee attendance, leave, and personnel records   Organize and keep HR documentation and databases current

Ensure proper record keeping for both local staff and headquarters-dispatched employees Support for Headquarters-Dispatched Employees

Provide HR assistance for dispatched staff, including family accompaniment policy, local allowance, and overtime calculations

Support payroll and overtime processing for site employees       Keep track of visa issuance, renewals, and maintenance

Guide employees on procedures for leave, attendance, benefits, approvals, and other company policies

Recruitment and Onboarding

Assist in local hiring processes, including job postings, interview scheduling, and documentation

Conduct onboarding and orientation for new hires       Support offboarding for departing employees

Employee Relations

Respond to employee inquiries and provide guidance on HR matters

Communicate company policies and ensure compliance with regulations

Assist in organizing employee engagement activities, surveys, and events General HR Support

Prepare HR data and reports for internal use and headquarters submissions   Assist with compliance reporting to relevant agencies when needed

Support training on workplace rules, safety, and ethics

Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Company

Qualification/Requirement

 

Must be eligible to work in the US legally without visa sponsorship    BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience of related field

At least 2 years of HR or related work experience preferred

Korean/English bilingual is a must (Native proficiency including writing and reading)             Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Strong ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively.    Ability to multitask and collaborate effectively with others.

Reliable and consistent attendance with strong communication skills.

Strong organizational skills with a structured and problem-solving mindset.     Positive and constructive work attitude, with openness to feedback.

Desirable/Preferred Skills

 

 

Experience working in large-scale industrial construction projects (> $50M)   HR experience in construction or engineering industries

Familiarity with Korean corporate culture and multi-national project environments          Basic understanding of U.S. labor law(FLSA), payroll and visa processes

International and multi-cultural experience a plus

(Additional)

A person who has no difficulty commuting to and from the field office         A person who can work overtime if necessary for job performance

A person who can work on weekends if required