Human Resources Generalist / Talent Specialist

Description

Do you enjoy meeting new people and matching them to great positions? Are you looking to contribute to the overall success of a great organization? Have you been searching for a great company that's family owned, that recognizes your contributions, and has a great environment? A company whose goal and purpose is to Improve the Lives of Families? Take a look at Equity Resources!

You'll be able to work from home the majority of the time -- coming into our Corporate Headquarters in historic downtown Newark on a hybrid schedule to conduct new employee orientations and meet with managers.

Primary Function:

The primary objective of the HR Generalist is to coordinate and manage all phases of hiring and onboarding loan officers, administrative and professional staff (full-cycle recruiting); provide HR generalist support in employee relations, performance management and other areas; assist with administration of HRIS system; back up HR team members in Payroll, Benefits, Licensing, and Compliance; and maintain compliance with all applicable federal and state laws while creating a superior candidate experience.

Duties:

• Work directly with management to recruit talented administrative, professional, and sales staff for all offices; lead and execute the sourcing process for external candidates, assess internal talent, and lead full-cycle recruitment process.
• Deliver talent that meets the business needs and most importantly fits our unique culture.
• Network strategically to build candidate pipelines for operational support positions. Enhance recruiting programs to communicate our employee value propositions and create a dynamic candidate experience.
• Develop and post applicable internal and external job postings; maintain appropriate applicant tracking flow and data.
• Coordinate interviews with appropriate staff, providing appropriate materials and summaries; Submit new employee background checks/credit checks
• Conduct professional and succinct onboarding and orientation of all new associates
• Provide timely and pertinent information to Payroll/Licensing for licensing of loan officers
• Assist with administration of HRIS system, including self-service portal administration, employee assistance with timekeeping, uploading of pertinent employee documentation, updating employee communication, etc.
• Facilitate and manage the off-boarding processing for exiting employees, including conducting exit interviews
• Coordinate unemployment claim process: responding to questionnaires, providing appropriate documentation, arranging schedules for hearings
• Consult with and advise management on basic employment and employee-relations issues.
• Assist with policy and procedure development, revision, documentation, and communication.
• Lead the annual performance management process for the organization, including review and revision of performance reviews, development of merit matrix, and communication to managers and employees.
• Process incoming and confidential mail for the Human Resources Department and VP of the company.
• Work in tandem with inside and remote Human Resources staff.
• Maintain up-to-date industry and professional knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications and maintaining personal networks.
• Assist the Director, Human Resources with HR-related and other job duties and projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Human Resources Certification - SHRM-CP® or PHR® or equivalent preferred.
• 2 years of HR experience, with direct talent acquisition/recruiting and employee relations responsibilities.
• Knowledge of legally-compliant interviewing and hiring best practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer systems and software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; as well as staffing tools such as: applicant tracking software, HRIS systems, electronic job boards, social media and candidate sourcing applications.
• Employee-focus mentality with exceptional attention to detail.
• High degree of personal integrity including the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Time management skills, with the ability to manage and coordinate multiple recruitment activities simultaneously.
• Proven ability to consistently and positively contribute in a high-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, negotiation, resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to display initiative in sharing of information and updating information timely.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment including virtual team members, to successfully meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn system functionality quickly.
• Ability to read and comprehend complicated instructions, short correspondence, memos and to use good grammar.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to think independently and solve issues and problems without intervention.
• An appreciation and respect for the diversity of all individuals in the workplace.

Equity Resources, Inc. is a privately owned and operated mortgage bank headquartered in Newark, Ohio. We are licensed in 21states, including Washington D.C., and operate branch offices in many of those locations. Our vision and purpose at Equity Resources, Inc. is quite simply to Improve the Lives of Families. We pride ourselves in creating Raving Fans of our customers AND our employees. We are celebrating our 32nd year in business and are continuing to grow! Come join our team! 

Equity Resources offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with profit-sharing match; company-paid life insurance; voluntary coverages such as Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more!

Equity Resources is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.