HR Generalist

Job Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for maintaining positive employee relations, ensuring compliance with labor laws, managing employee leave processes, leading performance management, and optimizing HR systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Essential Duties

· Act as a key point of contact for employees, addressing concerns, conflicts, and inquiries in a professional and confidential manner.

· Provide guidance and support to both employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

· Facilitate resolution of employee issues, mediate disputes, and help foster a positive work environment.

· Conduct investigations into employee complaints or grievances, ensuring fair and timely resolutions.

· Manage and process all types of employee leaves, including FMLA, disability, personal, and other statutory leaves.

· Communicate leave policies and assist employees with the leave application process, ensuring they understand their rights and responsibilities.

· Track and monitor employee leave balances, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies.

· Work with employees and managers to ensure a smooth transition back to work after leave and assist with accommodations when necessary.

· Generate and analyze HR-related reports to support decision-making and improve HR processes.

· Assist in the implementation and optimization of HR systems, ensuring efficient workflows and system integrations.

· Stay up to date on federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations to ensure company policies and practices are in compliance.

· Conduct regular audits of HR processes, employee records, and systems to ensure legal compliance.

· Assist with year end compliance initiatives.

· Develop and update HR policies and procedures to ensure alignment with legal requirements and best practices.

· Assist in the development and implementation of HR programs and initiatives aimed including surveys at improving employee engagement and satisfaction.

· Support the implementation and administration of the performance management process, ensuring it aligns with organizational goals.

· Work with managers and employees to establish performance goals, expectations, and development plans.

· Coordinate and assist in the annual performance review process, ensuring timely completion and alignment with company objectives.

· Provide training and guidance to managers on delivering constructive feedback and handling performance-related issues.

· Provide support with benefits administration and serve as the backup

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Maintain a positive work environment

· Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

· Excellent reporting and analytical skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team.

· HRIS knowledge.

Equipment Operated:

· Computer (Keyboard, mouse)

· Phone

· Basic office equipment (Stapler, scissors, hole puncher, etc.)

· Copy/Fax Scanner

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

· Requires standing/sitting for prolonged periods of time

· Requires lifting up 20lbs

· Requires using hands to handle, control or lift objects

· Requires repetitive movement

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

· 4 years of experience as an HR Generalist or in a similar HR role, with a focus on employee relations, LOAs, compliance, performance management and systems management.

· Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, including FMLA.

· Experience working with HRIS systems including but not limited to system optimization.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will also perform other duties as assigned by management as required.

Traffic Management LLC (TMI) reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience managing and processing employee leave, including FMLA and disability?
• Are you familiar with HR laws, regulations, and compliance requirements at the federal, state, and local levels?
• Have you been actively working in HR for at least 5 of the past 7 years?

Ability to Commute:

• Long Beach, CA 90815 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Long Beach, CA 90815

Salary : $75,000 - $85,000