HR Generalist

About Chad Jones Law

Chad Jones Law isn't your traditional law firm. We're a force of change, propelling forward with purpose. Our office presents an exciting opportunity for employees to carve their path in a firm rewriting the rules. With a history of excellence, we're dedicated to fostering growth, innovation, and a supportive community. We're not a firm that's content with the status quo. We're architects of change and champions of growth. At Chad Jones Law, we believe in making a real difference in the lives of our clients and our community.

Summary

Provides professional and administrative services for the human resources function including, payroll and benefits support, records management, employee events coordination, new hire process, and improvement of HR workflow processes. Supports the maintenance of systems that enhance HR functions. Fully competent professional that can handle assignments that are broad and complex in nature requiring originality, ingenuity, creativity, and proactivity. May own a piece of a larger project or completely own some projects, depending on the scope. Incumbent will have some latitude for decision making, works independently with guidance from their manager.

This person will be passionate about understanding our team members' needs and creating solutions that maximize their performance at Chad Jones Law. The HR Generalist is expected to be a team player who promotes Chad Jones Law's cultural values, sets an example for others, and develops systems and programs to enhance the culture. As a team builder and culture champion, the leader should have strong communication skills to inspire others.

Essential Functions

• Efficiently operates Applicant Tracking System to effectively process employee applicants and provide support to hiring managers as needed throughout the process.
• Stays up to date with federal, state, and local labor laws and ensures company policies and practices comply with legal requirements.
• Verifies payroll on a biweekly basis. Monitors time sheet completion and responsible for leave administration including FMLA and ADA leave and tracking. Advises managers on time reporting issues.
• Manage and optimize the HRIS for HR stat tracking, reporting, and employee self-service.
• Track and analyze key HR metrics, providing regular reports to leadership on areas such as
  
  

turnover, hiring, and employee engagement.

• Responsible for administration of onboarding and offboarding of employees and following established procedures to notify appropriate individuals. Understands and interprets policies and procedures supporting onboarding and offboarding requirements.
• Responsible for monitoring unemployment claims and other adverse employment claims and for ensuring responses are filed timely and correctly. Routinely handles unemployment claims with moderate oversight.
• Evaluates, drafts, and proposes comprehensive policies to align with organizational
  
  

objectives, fostering a positive and compliant work environment.

• Advises employee and management personnel on the interpretation of personnel policies, programs, and procedures in areas of defined responsibilities.
• Provide strategic guidance on process enhancements and automation within HR operations, introducing innovative solutions to streamline tasks and minimize errors.
• Manage and monitor recognition programs and employee awards aligned with organizational
  
  

values, reinforcing a positive workplace culture.

• Collaborates with external vendors to optimize systems and elevate the quality of HR
  
  

services, addressing areas for improvement and ensuring a high level of efficiency.

• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills

• Familiarity with HR software and systems including HRIS, ATS, and payroll systems.
• Knowledge of written correspondence principles.
• Ability to communicate/coordinate effectively with all levels of management as well as with
  
  

vendors.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, use discretion, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Intermediate to advanced skill level in Microsoft Office applications.
  
  

SCOPE

Meet or exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) set by Sr. HR Manager and Executive Director.

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS Degree with 2 years of related experience; or 5 years of professional experience

Relevant project management experience

What Makes You Stand Out

• Team and individual development and training
• Professional coaching experience
• Professional development and upskilling
• A drive toward positivity and embraces innovation
• Looks for ways to improve employee experience
• Ability to consider multiple perspectives, conflicting views, and opinions