HR Generalist

About The Position

Position Purpose: The purpose of this position is to provide support to all team members to ensure a motivated, empowered and well-trained employee team. The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. The person in this position will work with the leadership team and provide valuable input and feedback and ensure consistent implementation of Company benefits, policies and procedures

Responsibilities: The team member in this position must exhibit certain characteristics and perform specific duties during their daily or weekly routine. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Uphold the Nurtur Core Values and Behaviors and Aveda Success Factors

• Oversee all aspects of human resources for the Company including, but not limited to team member relations, onboarding, retention, training and development, employment law, performance management and evaluations, benefits and payroll (in coordination with the Payroll lead)

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education and onboarding and work assessments

• Interface with the Payroll lead to ensure that all team member information is accurate and up-to-date within the HRIS system

• Coordinate benefits and employee benefits elections with third party administrators and providers and resolve benefits issues

• Work cooperatively with the Team Engagement Specialist and Talent Acquisition Specialist regarding recruitment, onboarding and offboarding. Coordinate and analyze assessments, background check results and exit interviews

• Address team member grievances and employee relations needs, HR issues, policy and practice interpretation, workers’ compensation claims and unemployment claims

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development

• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff

• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance

• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law

• Work closely with Directors and team members to ensure they are provided with appropriate support systems and responsive, quality service

• Serve as a communication link between leadership and team members by answering questions and helping resolve work-related challenges

• Maintain official records, documents, and team member personnel files and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Work directly with the President and Chief Legal officer in regularly revising job descriptions, handbooks, policies, and procedures

• Conduct annual processes including Open Enrollment and routine employment-related training

• Perform duties as assigned and/or required to meet business needs

• Abide by all other Nurtur policies and procedures as outlined in the Team Member Handbook and Code of Conduct

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: The team member in this position must exhibit certain educational and experiential requirements, including:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field and 5 years of relevant experience

• Exhibit self-direction, initiative, resourcefulness, and follow-through with the ability to work at a fast pace and handle multiple tasks and projects at the same time

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

• Demonstrate extreme professionalism and confidentiality in manner, dress, and conduct

• Familiarity with payroll, benefits, employment law, and various roles within organizations

• Ability to set and achieve goals, implement decisions, and work under strict deadlines