HR Generalist

Overview

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for managing and supporting various aspects of human resources, with a primary focus on HR Administration. The HR Generalist will assist in the daily functions of the HR department, including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, leave of absence, safety and risk management, enforcing company policies and practices all within established corporate goals.  This role involves serving as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers. The position requires maintaining accurate documentation, preparing reports, and assisting with employee engagement and development efforts to foster a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with staff support needs for programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurances, retirement plans, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance, when required
• Administration of employee onboarding and off boarding processes
• Perform a wide range of duties relative to the maintenance and processing of personnel data, records, reports, and processes appropriate paperwork
• Maintain human resources information systems (HRIS)
• Complete assigned reporting functions involving attendance statistics, turnover ratios, termination, hire and transfer data, and other information assigned.
• Maintain time and attendance records in our timekeeping system.
• Recruit, screen and interview, employees to fill vacant positions and coordinate new hire orientation
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and applicable employment laws
• Employee Leave Administration
• Invoice processing
• Safety Credentials Administration
• Primary backup for payroll processing
• Administration of Employee Relations program
• Ad hoc reporting
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline, preferred
• 3 years’ experience in HR role
• Fluent in both Spanish and English, with the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in both languages.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification, preferred.
• Working knowledge of HRIS/Payroll systems (UKG, Kronos, BambooHR, Workday).
• Thorough knowledge of E-Verify, FMLA, ADAAA, state and federal laws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong technical skills.
• 2 years payroll administration experience.
• Good decision-making skills, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Possess knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensure policies, procedures and reporting complaints.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client, company and personnel information
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
• Labor Relations