What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist (Knight Const. & Supply) position at Knight Construction & Supply Inc?
Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.
As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington / Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.
With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts o f the U.S.
Human Resources Generalist
We are seeking a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team. Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Generalist will assist with a variety of HR functions, including planning, developing, and implementing HR strategies to support overall organizational goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and / or may be required to perform additional or different duties.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and implement compliance requirements
- Create and update job descriptions, post job openings, monitor candidate statuses and communications
- Assist with interviews, new hire orientations, benefits enrollments, and terminations
- Review monthly billings from insurance providers for accuracy, resolve discrepancies with carriers and payroll
- Process leaves of absence documentation and track status (FMLA, PFML etc.)
- Collect and prepare Affirmative Action Plan data to be submitted annually
- Complete Verification of Employment (VOE), workers compensation, and unemployment insurance requests
- Maintain accurate employee personnel records and retention within HRIS
- Assist in implementation and follow-up tasks of new policies / documents
- Assist with company / employee appreciation events
- Supports HR Manager and other supervisors / employees regarding various personnel requests
- Backup and assist HR Manager role as needed
- Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization
- Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and / or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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JOB AND COMPANY BENEFITS
Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 509.276.2229 or accommodations@knightconst.com .
