HR Generalist

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Generalist will support various areas within the HR function including leave administration, employee relations, and compliance.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Represents GPS culture in all employee interactions, contributing to an inclusive and inviting culture. Leverages company values when implementing employee programs, enforcing policy, and making decisions.
• Administers, coordinates, and provides support for all assigned HR programs and initiatives, across the company and/or for any assigned locations.
• Serves as point of contact for all leave-related needs Works with and supports employees with leave needs and administers associated programs. Ensures compliance, communication, and effective case management is provided as well as all appropriate documentation and reporting related to leave programs.
• Serves as a point of contact for Managers in addressing employee-related matters and applying policy. Based on the level of experience, coaches and guides Managers in performance management and discipline or supports coaching related needs.
• Performs, or participates in preliminary investigations and conducts intake calls, escalating issues and recommendations to VP of HR. Serves as contact for initial concern or issue intake.
• Ensure proper documentation is established and retained. Assists managers in addressing corrective actions as needed, drafting and reviewing associated documents. Shares trends and recommendations with VP of HR.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Solid understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Experience with issues relating to EEO, FLMA, ADA, Worker's Comp, OSHA and FLSA
• Data-driven, influential, strategic thinker with strong, resourceful, and innovative problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail with ability to multi-task
• Excellent project and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree or higher with concentration in related field is preferred
• Minimum of three years of HR Generalist or Specialist experience with strong working knowledge of at least three human resources disciplines such as employee relations, performance management, employment law, policy interpretations, HRIS/HCM, compensation and benefits, leave management.
• Minimum of three years of working as a HR Generalist or Specialist in a multi-state organization
• SHRM-CP or other related certification is required

Physical Requirements:

• Typical office environment working conditions-prolonged periods of sitting at a desk
• Travel for occasional (as needed) on-site trips to the support office.
• Visual acuity and hand dexterity are required for reading, producing reports, or doing computer work for extended periods of time.
• Very limited physical exertion required during daily activity. Auditory acuteness is required to perform a heavy volume of telephone and personal contacts on an individual, or group meeting level.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.