Human Resources Generalist

Description

THE POSITION:

The Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter seeks a passionate, hands-on, results-driven professional to serve in the position of Human Resource Generalist, reporting to the Director of Human Resources. The Human Resources Generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities and will help with important functions such as staffing, training and development, and compensation and benefits.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, and onboarding
• Administer employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate and timely enrollment, updates, and communication
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, staying current with updates and changes
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of all data
• Collaborate with HR and management teams to develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and initiatives
• Provide HR support and guidance to employees and managers, fostering a positive workplace culture
• Conduct regular audits of HR processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and optimization
• Identifying training needs, developing training programs, and delivering training sessions to
• employees
• Participate in development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements
• Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional onboarding experience
• Be the primary backup for payroll processing
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of experience in a Human Resources role
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations
• 21 years of age or older
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills, with the skill to engage effectively with employees at all levels of the organization
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines
• High level of discretion and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
• Proficient in HR management systems and software (e.g., HRIS, ATS)
• High School Diploma or equivalent.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Paycom, Google a plus

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Advanced knowledge of HRIS and ability to learn new technical systems, when necessary

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:
The demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of this position successfully.

• Tasks may involve walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting for long periods, both indoors and outdoors

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed.  This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it.  Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet
organizational needs. Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.