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Get Access To All JobsHR Compliance Specialist | Kent, OH
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Kent, OH
Work Site: Hybrid
Req ID: 230670
Position Overview
Davey Tree is seeking an HR Compliance Specialist to work out of our corporate office in Kent, OH.
This will be a hybrid position consisting of 3 days in office and 2 days remote. The pay range for the position is $20 - $23 per hour depending on experience.
Job Duties
- HR areas covered, but not limited to, Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify compliance, background screening submissions, various written and verbal reporting regarding unemployment and disability insurance, verifications of employment, invoice processing, Labor Law Poster compliance, and other areas as may be required.
- Review and ensure employee application packets are accurate and complete.
- Be familiar with USCIS immigration laws and regulations.
- Maintain HR records regarding Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify compliance, background screening submissions.
- Ensure accurate and necessary information retrieved from employees is documented clearly and thoroughly into employee records on SAP system, the background screening vendor and the DHS E-Verify computer system.
- Initiate timely telephone calls, faxes or emails to appropriate supervisory personnel to obtain, document or pass along needed information regarding Form I-9, E-Verify and background checks.
- Process, manage and answer all employment verification requests in a timely manner.
- Produce, review and submit unemployment and disability insurance reports.
- Process, review and submit for payment various incoming invoices.
- Ensure all work is accurate and complete, and processed in a timely manner in accordance with established Company policies, applicable legal requirements and specified deadlines.
- Responsible for ensuring HR compliance at all times and work to resolve compliance issues according to Company policies and applicable legal requirements.
- Assist with audit requests, as needed.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of HR generalist experience.
- Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications, specifically with MS Word and Excel functions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail oriented, adaptable and flexible.
- Ability to effectively manage confidential, complex issues to successful resolution.
- Strong sense of service orientation and ability to meet multiple needs.
- Proactive with a strong sense of urgency.
- Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Knowledge of USCIS Form I-9 and E-Verify requirements a plus.
- Knowledge of SAP system a plus.
- Knowledge of Successfactors software a plus.
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
- all listed benefits available to eligible employees
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None
HR Compliance Specialist | Kent, OH
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Kent, OH
Work Site: Hybrid
Req ID: 230670
Position Overview
Davey Tree is seeking an HR Compliance Specialist to work out of our corporate office in Kent, OH.
This will be a hybrid position consisting of 3 days in office and 2 days remote. The pay range for the position is $20 - $23 per hour depending on experience.
Job Duties
- HR areas covered, but not limited to, Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify compliance, background screening submissions, various written and verbal reporting regarding unemployment and disability insurance, verifications of employment, invoice processing, Labor Law Poster compliance, and other areas as may be required.
- Review and ensure employee application packets are accurate and complete.
- Be familiar with USCIS immigration laws and regulations.
- Maintain HR records regarding Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify compliance, background screening submissions.
- Ensure accurate and necessary information retrieved from employees is documented clearly and thoroughly into employee records on SAP system, the background screening vendor and the DHS E-Verify computer system.
- Initiate timely telephone calls, faxes or emails to appropriate supervisory personnel to obtain, document or pass along needed information regarding Form I-9, E-Verify and background checks.
- Process, manage and answer all employment verification requests in a timely manner.
- Produce, review and submit unemployment and disability insurance reports.
- Process, review and submit for payment various incoming invoices.
- Ensure all work is accurate and complete, and processed in a timely manner in accordance with established Company policies, applicable legal requirements and specified deadlines.
- Responsible for ensuring HR compliance at all times and work to resolve compliance issues according to Company policies and applicable legal requirements.
- Assist with audit requests, as needed.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of HR generalist experience.
- Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications, specifically with MS Word and Excel functions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail oriented, adaptable and flexible.
- Ability to effectively manage confidential, complex issues to successful resolution.
- Strong sense of service orientation and ability to meet multiple needs.
- Proactive with a strong sense of urgency.
- Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Knowledge of USCIS Form I-9 and E-Verify requirements a plus.
- Knowledge of SAP system a plus.
- Knowledge of Successfactors software a plus.
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
- all listed benefits available to eligible employees
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Compliance Jobs
Match your credentials to DOL standards
H-2B visa compliance roles often require documentation of relevant certifications like OSHA training or environmental compliance credentials. Gather those records before you apply so employers can confirm you meet the specialty requirements they listed in their labor certification.
Search employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with H-2B compliance job openings. The platform surfaces DOL labor certification filing history by role, so you can target companies that have actually sponsored this visa category before.
Target companies with recurring seasonal audits
Hospitality groups, construction contractors, and seafood processors run compliance checks on fixed seasonal schedules. Employers who repeat that cycle annually are far more likely to file H-2B petitions for compliance staff than companies with one-off regulatory needs.
Understand the H-2B cap split before applying
The 66,000 annual H-2B cap is divided into two halves: 33,000 for workers starting October through March, and 33,000 for April through September. Confirm which season your employer's start date falls in, since each half fills independently and timing affects your eligibility.
Verify your employer files the labor certification first
H-2B sponsorship requires the employer to obtain DOL temporary labor certification before USCIS can approve anything. Ask any prospective employer whether they've already filed that certification for the role you're applying to, not just whether they're willing to sponsor.
Use O*NET to align your application to the job description
Look up the compliance role in O*NET to identify the specific tasks, knowledge areas, and skills DOL expects for that occupation code. Aligning your resume and interview answers to that profile strengthens your employer's case during the labor certification review.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find compliance jobs that offer H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find compliance roles with confirmed H-2B sponsorship. It shows which employers have filed DOL labor certifications for compliance positions, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness. Focus on industries that run fixed seasonal compliance cycles, like hospitality groups, construction firms, and environmental contractors, where temporary staffing needs are predictable and recurring.
Does the H-2B annual cap affect when I should apply for a compliance role?
Yes. The 66,000 annual H-2B cap fills in two halves tied to your start date, and each half can fill quickly, sometimes within days of the filing window opening. Your employer must submit the DOL labor certification and USCIS petition well ahead of your intended start date. Applying late in a cap period significantly increases the risk of missing available slots for that season.
What documentation should I prepare before a compliance H-2B employer files my petition?
Gather any certifications relevant to the compliance function you'll be performing, such as OSHA safety training records, environmental compliance credentials, or industry-specific audit documentation. Your employer needs to demonstrate to DOL that the role requires your specific qualifications. Having those documents organized and ready accelerates the labor certification and USCIS filing process on the employer's end.
Can I stay in the U.S. after my H-2B compliance job ends?
H-2B status is tied to the specific job and employer named in the approved petition. When the job ends, you generally have a 10-day grace period after your authorized stay expires to depart the U.S. If another employer wants to hire you in a new H-2B role, a separate petition with its own DOL labor certification is required before you can begin that new position.