Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist Job Description

In office corporate role in Plano, TX Full-time 5 days week/ 40 hours week

The HR Generalist is a versatile human resource professional responsible for managing a wide range of HR activities and supporting the organization’s people-related processes. This role ensures compliance with federal, and state employment laws, fosters employee engagement, and contributes to the overall success of the organization by implementing effective HR strategies and practices.

Key Responsibilities
 
• Manage job postings, onboarding processes to ensure new hires have a smooth transition into the organization.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions and hiring processes.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Promote a positive work environment by supporting employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures in alignment with organizational goals.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data confidentiality.
• Assist in initial information on benefits programs and leave management.
• Provide support to employees regarding benefits questions.
• Conduct compensation benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
• Partner with external providers to deliver necessary compliance training sessions.
• Track employee training records and ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements.
• Maintain and generate HR system reports.
• Ensure HR technology is effectively utilized to streamline processes.
• Support workplace safety initiatives and handle incident reporting and log employee Workers Comp incidents in HRIS system. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in HR roles, preferably as a generalist in the Hospitality field. 
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in HRIS software (Paylocity, iSolve, Proliant, Paycom or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.

Key Attributes

• High level of confidentiality and integrity.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

This role is integral to maintaining an effective and supportive work environment while ensuring the organization’s HR functions align with its strategic goals. The HR Generalist works across all levels of the organization to drive engagement, compliance, and growth.