Human Resource Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources REPORTS TO: FVP/Human Resources Manager

SUPERVISE: None FSLA STATUS: Exempt, Full-Time

CORE HOURS: Monday – Friday; 8a.m. – 5p.m. Evenings and weekend work expected as workload demands.

First Federal was established on Evansville, Indiana’s Westside in 1904 and is a community bank currently serving communities in the tri-state area with several branch locations in Posey, Vanderburgh, Henderson, Warrick, Daviess and Pike Counties.

Full-time employees of First Federal are offered a comprehensive benefit package including Paid Time Off, up to 11 paid Holidays, 401k, ESOP, company paid Disability and Life insurance and Health and Wellness Options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Supplemental Insurance. Our Part-time employees are eligible for up to 11 paid Holidays and can choose to enroll in Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance, and participate in clinic healthcare services.

Aside from that, all employees can expect to receive discounted bank services such as free checks, discounts on loans, waived processing fees and much more.

Diversity and Inclusion

First Federal is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At First Federal, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for assisting in talent acquisition and recruitment by posting open job positions, pre-screening applicants, conducting pre-interviews, scheduling for testing and referring applicants to the hiring managers for consideration of open positions throughout the company. Additionally, they are responsible for conducting employee onboarding, assisting in the administration of benefit plans, assisting in employee relations matters, handling the administration of FMLA, STD, LTD and ADA paperwork, assisting in the administration of Performance Reviews, providing support to employees in various HR related topics and assisting the HR manager with meeting the obligations of the company’s Affirmative Action Program, performance issues, and various HR programs and initiatives within the organization. They will be expected to build and maintain the necessary relationships to help foster this goal by activities such as but not limited to: regularly meeting with department heads to develop specific recruiting plans, developing professional relationships with college, university and community placement offices, and participating in job/career fairs to generate qualified applicants. The individual in this position must possess considerable skill in interviewing techniques, a good knowledge of specialized functions within the company, a basic understanding of the company's organizational structure and culture as well as an extensive knowledge of employment policy and procedure and federal and state laws regarding employment practices.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Associate's degree or higher preferred
• Minimum of Three Years of Human Resource Experience Required
• Recruitment Experience
• Knowledge of employment/labor laws
• Experience with a Human Resource Information System and/or Applicant Tracking Software System; UKG Ready Preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Business Acumen

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish employment standards and annual goals
• Develop recruiting sources that meet/exceed Company hiring goals
• Monitor and report on all employment processes and identify bottle necks
• Review job requisitions and post open positions on required internal and external sites
• Coordinate appropriate employment testing
• Perform pre-interviews and refer high quality candidates that meet hiring criteria to hiring managers
• Coordinate required background checks and pre-employment drug screening
• Coordinate employment offers and new hire on-boarding
• Conducts orientation of new employees
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations
• Tracks new hire eligibility for all company benefits ensuring timely and accurate enrollment and processing.
• Assist in monitoring the 90-day probationary evaluation period and address issues
• Maintain employee referral program.
• Assists with the bi-annual and annual employee Performance Reviews
• Processes and tracks FMLA, STD and LTD and ADA for all eligible employees.
• Complete weekly/monthly report on employment activity.
• Assist the Human Resources Manager with the Affirmative Action Program including prepare and submit the annual AA plan and working toward the plan goals
• Submit required EEO-1 and Veterans reports
• Work with Human Resources Manager and Department Managers on employee performance issues, ensuring compliance with Company standards
• Complete unemployment claims timely and assist HR Manager when attending unemployment administrative hearings
• Cross train on payroll and records processing and back-up the function as needed.
• Assists and provides back-up for functions performed by the Human Resource Manager as needed

COMPETENCY STATEMENT:

To be successful in this position, an individual should possess & demonstrate the following competencies while performing the essential functions of this position.

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Detail oriented, paying attention to the minute details of a project or task. Routinely checks work. Capable of maintaining accuracy as urgency and workload demands increase.
• Accountability - Willing to accept responsibility for their own work. Capability to make correct decisions based on sound judgment, knowledge and experience.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changing work environment, work priorities and organizational and departmental needs. Able to effectively deal with change and diverse people.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Ability to be resourceful in solving problems. Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related issues.
• Communication - Ability to effectively communicate at all levels. Displays appropriate use of language, tone, and mannerism expected in a professional environment. Ability to show consideration and respect for, and maintain positive relationships with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to handle conflict and deal appropriately with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Compliance with Policies and Procedures - Understands the importance of and adheres to company policies. Maintains confidentiality of employee, customer and company information within & outside of the company. Maintains uppermost level of trust, honesty and ethics with duties and responsibility of the position. Actions & behaviors reflect positively on the department and the company.
• Computer Proficiency - Proficient with window based programs. Ability to competently learn new software, systems, and programs.
• Cooperation– Works well with others in a positive manner. Positive in support and acceptance of company directives. Receptive to suggestions for improvement. Dependable, follows instructions, responds in a positive manner to management directions.
• Initiative – Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Capable of taking the necessary steps to accomplish task without specific direction. Seeks out & takes responsibility for additional work assignments.
• Motivation – Ability to inspire oneself to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
• Organized – Possesses the trait of being methodical or following s systematic method of performing tasks. Effectively prioritizes duties and workload. Maintains work and files in a manner others can comprehend. Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Urgency - Completes assignments & tasks willingly, promptly & efficiently. Responds with a sense of urgency to requests from customers, co-workers & /or supervisor. Able to maintain quality of work and demands increase. Keeps supervisor informed of status of completed tasks.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in a cubicle setting within a secured office setting. Clean, well-lighted, well-ventilated work area. Standing, walking, sitting, handling, reaching, bending. Occasionally may be required to lift up to 20lbs. Speaking, ability to clearly understand oral communication.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: First Federal Savings Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

• This job description may not be all-inclusive. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned or directed by management. Job descriptions will be reviewed and may be modified when deemed appropriate by management. As business needs and staffing needs change, all positions at First Federal Savings Bank/Home Building Savings Bank are reviewed. Employee may be moved for business purposes to sustain business and staffing demands.