What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at Snoqualmie Valley Hospital?
At Snoqualmie Valley Health, we’re not just in the business of healthcare; we’re in the business of empowering our community to live boldly and live well. Our commitment to excellence and innovation calls for team members who will build trust, obsess over excellence, lead innovation, and deepen connections within our community. We are guided by our core values, and we’re looking for someone who can embody those principles as part of our dynamic and growing team.
Located in a trailblazing, adventure-loving town at the base of the Cascades, Snoqualmie Valley Health is an independent public hospital district serving a vibrant community that thrives on both adventure and connection. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger.
**Must live within a commutable distance, this is NOT a fully remote position**
OBJECTIVE SUMMARY: The HR Generalist provides consultative support for workforce issues that impact the overall operational strategy for the core business functions of the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs Human Resources related duties at the professional level and may carry out responsibilities in all HR functional areas, including staffing and retention, employee engagement, workforce safety, employee relations, talent planning, performance management, compensation, benefits, equal employment opportunity, organizational development, and compliance with employment and regulatory requirements.
- Develops strong and supportive relationships with operational leaders
- Partners with employees and management to communicate various HR policies, procedures, laws, standards and government regulations
- Assists in developing and executing the strategic plan, in collaboration with the HR Manager and organizational leaders
- Responds to employee questions and concerns
- Point of contact for work related injury claims with support from our TPA
- Processes leave of absence requests applying applicable federal and state laws
- Conducts exit interviews and analyzes data and makes recommendations
- Represents the company for unemployment claims with support from our TPA
- Facilitates onboarding for new employees including new hire credentialing
- Point of contact for benefits programs; medical, dental, vision, retirement and COBRA
- Assists with maintaining electronic personnel files
- Provides input on HR related policies and procedures
- May participate and represent HR on various committees
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION: High School Diploma
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources management or related field
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Two to three years' experience in Human Resources, preferably in healthcare or related field
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Background in employment law and other employee compliance regulations
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS: PHR certification preferred
SKILLS:
- Effective communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to research and analyze different types of data
- Working knowledge of using a HRIS
- Ability to make recommendation to effectively resolve problems by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or the law
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Good working conditions. Clean, well-lighted, air conditioned or heated area
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to work effectively with managers and staff. Sits for long periods at a time, bends, and walks intermittently. Must be able to work on several projects simultaneously and handle frequent interruptions
OTHER DUTIES – Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
BENEFITS:
We take pride in the benefits package we provide our team members. Snoqualmie Valley Hospital offers you one medical plan with multiple in-network tiers with Snoqualmie Valley Hospital, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers/network.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Pharmacy
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Life and AD&D
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
- Voluntary Benefits
Eligibility Requirements - Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.
Employee Dependents - Your legal spouse or domestic partner, Dependent children until age 26.
Waiting Period - 1st of the month following your date of hire.
PLEASE NOTE:
- The COVID vaccine and the Flu shot (during Flu season) are a condition of employment.
- Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is a drug-free workplace. We complete drug screenings as a part of our onboarding process.
Salary : $28 - $55