Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary:

The HR Generalist plays a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department. This role is responsible for performing a variety of HR-related duties on a professional level across multiple HR functions: including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and performance management. The HR Generalist reports to the HR Manager and ensures alignment with organizational goals while providing support to both employees and managers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the recruitment process including posting job ads, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, and facilitating the finalization of employment offer letters.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including orientation, benefits enrollment, and ensuring proper documentation is completed.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries, providing guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with conflict resolution, employee coaching, and performance improvement plans.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and activities.
• Support employees with benefits-related questions and issues.
• Administer employee benefit programs including health, retirement, and wellness plans.
• Assist in payroll processing and ensure all employee records are correct and compliant.
• Assist HR Manager in ensuring HR practices are compliant with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist HR Manager with updating and enforcing HR policies and procedures as needed.
• Support the implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Support performance management processes by tracking evaluation deadlines and collecting necessary documents.
• Monitor trends in employee turnover, satisfaction, and engagement.
• Assist in identifying training needs and organizing appropriate programs.
• Investigate and maintain records of workplace accidents, incidents, and near-misses.
• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near-misses.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience as an HR Generalist or in a similar HR role.
• Solid understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• North Sioux City, SD 57049 (Required)

Work Location: In person