Human Resources Generalist

The HR Generalist reports to the CAO and has responsibility for recruitment, personnel file maintenance, payroll functions and employee development. The HR Generalist will organize and maintain all records related to payroll, human resources, and in an effective, efficient, and financially sound manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead Recruiting strategies for the various facilities in accordance with established policies and procedures and within established timeframes.

· Lead the recruitment process by creating ads, job descriptions, attending job fairs, recruiting via social media and networking.

• Plan and coordinate on site job fairs, as needed.
• Provide weekly updates of open positions for each of the facilities.
• Manage website postings, keeping with current needs.
• Help identify candidates by interviewing, assessing and conducting reference checks and issuing employment contracts.
• Ability to review and revise job descriptions as per regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in onboarding and orientations.
• Assist with employee welfare, safety, wellness and health.
• Assist with all internal and external HR related matters.
• Participate in developing organizational guidelines and procedures.
• Recommend strategies to motivate employees.
• Assist with company wide communications regarding new policies and / or procedures.
• Aptitude in understanding employee benefits, conduct open enrollment meetings, assist with insurance invoice reconciliations.
• Assist with investigating complaints brought forward by employees.
• Coordinate employee development plans and performance management.
• Assist with the organization’s employee database and prepare reports, as needed.
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
• Keep up to date with the latest HR trends and best practice.
• Ability to build team morale and promote the company’s culture.

Responsible for administering employee benefits in accordance with federal and state regulations and in compliance with established policies and procedures.

• Conduct monthly meetings, as needed, to educate newly eligible employees on the various benefit offerings including health, dental, disability, life, and 401-K.
• Assist employees in completing benefit applications/waivers for all benefits offered.
• Submit applications to carriers in a timely manner and follow-up to ensure that if elected coverage is bound.
• Enter employee benefit deductions as appropriate in accordance with established policies.
• Assist with the reconciliation of benefit invoices on a monthly basis to ensure all employees who are eligible have been offered coverage, that coverage is bound, and that all changes and terminations have been processed and carrier premiums are remitted in a timely manner.
• Follow up with carriers for any changes, additions, and deletions not reflected on the invoice to verify receipt and resolve any discrepancies.
• Respond promptly to employee inquiries regarding benefit offerings, eligibility, and benefit concerns.
• Coordinate open enrollment meetings and documentation in conjunction with the Director of Human Resources.

Responsible for providing backup to Payroll Administrator:

• Provide backup to Payroll Administrator with bi-weekly payroll processes.
• Be familiar with creating batches, reviewing employee change data and reviewing payroll registers for discrepancies and flag irregular transactions, if any.
• Learn how to configure changes in ADP from shift differentials to accruals for various paid time off policies.
• Conduct audits of payroll files at the facilities, as directed.
• Assist with entering new hires, when needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of experience as an HR Coordinator (essential).
• Associate degree preferred or relative experience in human resources.
• Efficient HR administration and people management skills.
• Excellent record keeping skills.
• Strong knowledge of HR functions and best practices.
• Recruiting experience in multiple venues required.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Superb computer literacy with capability in email, MS Office and related HR software.
• Strong organizational and conflict management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Bastian, VA 24314: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000