Human Resources Generalist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Human Resource Generalist has a solid understanding of HR processes. They should be adept at using HR Information Systems (HRIS). The HR generalist will be responsible for managing all aspects of the employee life cycle within the organization including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, training and development, maintaining personnel records, performance management, and compliance with employment laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruitment and Staffing:
• Collaborate with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and recruitment strategies.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate the hiring process.
• Oversee employee onboarding, including orientation and training programs.
• Employee Relations:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, providing resolution in alignment with company policies.
• Support management in addressing employee performance and behavioral issues.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture through effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Performance Management:
• Assist managers with employee performance evaluations and action plans.
• Determine and implement practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote high employee engagement and morale.
• Compensation and Benefits:
• Administer payroll processes and ensure accuracy.
• Manage employee benefits programs.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Familiarity with FMLA, Unemployment policies and procedures.
• Training and Development
• Identify training needs and develop programs to enhance employee skills.
• Coordinate leadership development and continuous learning initiatives.
• Develop and analyze HR metrics to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of HR programs.
• Prepare reports on staffing, turnover, performance, and other key metrics.
• Ensure that accurate, complete, and organized personnel records are maintained for all employees.
• Monitor compliance and tracking of all mandated training programs and certifications (NCLB, CPR, Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment)
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment within the HR department.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills: for example, Friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Keep Owners/Executives up to date on company personnel information at high levels.
• Other Duties Assigned
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and initiatives.
• Support organizational change management and HR projects as needed.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment within the HR department.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills: for example, Friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Keep Owners/Executives up to date on company personnel information at high levels.
• Maintain personnel files.
• Public speaking skills.
• High levels of communication.

EDUCATION and REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of HR experience, preferable in a generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Ability to use the Microsoft Suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to provide and receive feedback constructively.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to receive and act on constructive criticism.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and difficult conversations with tact and professionalism.
• Willingness for flexibility and change.
• Able to adapt to new tasks, and self-learn.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with payroll systems.
• Knowledgeable HR procedures and policies.

BACKGROUND CHECK/TESTING/CERTIFICATION:

• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting)
• Provide a clear TB test.
• Drug Testing.
• CPR/ First Aid Certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• This position typically operates in an office environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must be able to function in busy, fast-paced and occasionally loud environments.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.
• The employee must occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee frequently is required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30