Human Resources Generalist

Description

Human Resources Generalist

Arnold Lumber Company is a full-service lumberyard offering building materials, a full line of masonry supplies, cabinetry, and a Kitchen & Bath Design Center Showroom with locations in Bristol, Wakefield, Westerly, and the Headquarters based in West Kingston.

If you are seeking a rewarding position with an opportunity for career growth – we want, YOU on our team! 

PURPOSE:

The purpose of a Human Resource Generalist is to facilitate the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including maintaining the HRIS system, processing payroll, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Key collaborator identifying  opportunities to optimize and update HRIS modules systems to increase performance, including diagnostic tests and audits.
• Responsible for technological advancements and trends pertaining to the HRIS systems.

• Prepares and manages payroll processes, has knowledge of payroll principles, and regulations, basic employment laws, payroll taxes, and audits.
• Monitors and analyzes variances in payroll data, resolving any issues or errors.
• Responsible for maintaining the applicant tracking system and collaborating with departmental managers to facilitates the hiring process of qualified job applicants for open positions.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Maintains employee records, ensuring completion and accuracy of details such as employee contact information, job classification, pay rates, organizational structure, and other key details.
• Coordinates and maintains benefit enrollment processing, ensures changes processes accurately EDI feeds, and handles COBRA administration.
• Audits the accuracy of monthly invoicing with benefit vendors and resolves discrepancies.
• 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 the FMLA leave administration process from the employees’ initial notice of the need for leave to the return to work. This includes gathering and completing all required paperwork, determining leave eligibility, designating leave as FMLA-qualifying, requesting medical certification as needed, and accounting for intermittent and reduced schedule leave use.
• Responsible for the distribution and tracking of the performance management documentation.  
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• 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.
• Conduct exit interviews and ensure that necessary employment termination paperwork is completed.

OTHER JOB DUTIES:

• Serves as an internal communications liaison providing an integrated approach to build employee morale and foster a positive work environment and culture.   
• Provides project management support for Human Resources initiatives.
• Assist with company-sponsored employee events
• Responsible for supporting internal communications.
• Creates content and coordinates with marketing to produce collateral for internal company committees. I.e., Safety Committee, Employee Engagement Committee, Social Events, Toy Drive, etc

ll other duties – Perform all other duties as assigned, including carrying out responsibilities, performing duties, using skills, and working in conditions necessary to perform all assigned tasks

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

• Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Experience in working with automated Payroll Software systems.
• Effective communication skills having the ability to communicate with all levels of the company.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion.
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Standard office setting. Stands and sits for long periods.

• Low noise volume.
• Standard office equipment utilized (computer, telephone, calculator, photocopier, and fax machine).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• A minimum of three years of human resource management experience preferred.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.
• Bilingual in both English and Spanish, preferred.