HR Generalist

Job Title: HR Generalist 

Reports To: HR Director 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Classification: Full-time 

Job Summary: The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff and enforcing company policies and practices. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the organization. 
• May assist with constructive and timely performance evaluations. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Assist the Recruiter with interviews and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required. To include, but not limited to, efforts focused on Hispanic/Latino recruitment, identifying likely sources of Hispanic/Latino candidates, cultivating relationships with those sources, and developing programs designed to promote SCP careers to a Hispanic/Latino audience.  
• Assist the HR Coordinator with onboarding activities. 
• Conducts new hire orientation and employee recognition programs. 
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; and training and development. 
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the HR Director. 
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations. 
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation. Compile and maintain electronic employee records. 
• Process employee status changes and separations.  
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records. 
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. 
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. 
• Support internal and external inquiries and requests related to the HR including but not limited to: 
• Frequently asked questions from employees to standard policies, benefits, etc.; referring complex questions to HR Director. 
• Responding to all requests for verification of employment. 
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events and holiday parties. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. 
• Represents SCP’s commitment to excellence through PARTNERS values. 
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. 
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems. 

Education/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field required. 
• One to three years of human resource experience. 
• SHRM-CP or HR certification preferred. 
• Fluent proficiency in both speaking and writing in Spanish preferred.  

Physical Requirements: 

• Administrative 70% 
• Travel 20% 
• Walking, Bending, Lifting, and Twisting 10% 

Note: Job descriptions are not intended and should not be constructed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job elements essential for making decisions pertaining to compensation.  

Southern Crown Partners is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.