HR Generalist

Conduct the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including but not limited to benefit administration, compensation, reporting/compliance, data entry, and training.

POSITION TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Benefits:

• Accurately enroll employees in benefits using HRIS.
• • Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, and 401(K) coverage.
• Assist with new hire questions.
• Facilitate new hire education and training on benefit options.
• Schedule and conduct new-hire benefit enrollment.
• Confirm vendors have updated employee eligibility information.
• Distribute required compliance materials for benefit plans.
• Audit benefit coverage throughout the year.
• Assist with open enrollment periods.
• Lead annual open enrollment process.
• Administer and process leave of absence requests for FMLA and STD.
• Ensure return-to-work clearance when applicable.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements pertaining to benefits
• Strong ability to multitask and remain calm in emergencies
• Conflict resolution skills
• Ability to display integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
• Strong knowledge of laws and regulations.
• Proficient in HRIS and carrier portals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

• Conduct bi-weekly payroll.
• Add pay adjustments and other applicable changes (e.g., garnishments) in HRIS system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Recruitment:

• Coordinate onboarding process and facilitate background check procedure.
• Create new-hire onboarding programs specific to benefits and streamlining HRIS system(s).
• Enter new-hire information into the HRIS system.
• Facilitate new-hire benefit training and education.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Education and training:

• Verify that mandatory training and continuing education is complete and documented including safety training, code of conduct and handbook training, anti-harassment training and certifications.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, changes to regulations, new technology breakthroughs in HR, talent, and employment law.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• SHRM-CP, SCP or PHR, SPHR preferred but not required.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources with a primary focus on benefits administration and training
• 3 years of experience fluently utilizing Microsoft Office Suite tools including Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Prefer experience in UKG HRIS system, but not required.

SCHEDULE

Salaried Exempt - Monday through Friday

Approximately 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.

BENEFIT SUMMARY

• Industry leading health, dental, and vision options.
• Flexible paid time off to balance work and life.
• Retirement plan with competitive company match.
• Generous tuition reimbursement.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.