Human Resources Generalist

About Transdev:  
Based near Chicago, Transdev is North America's largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities. www.transdevna.com 
 
About the Position 
The HR Generalist supports the location by performing a wide range of HR activities to support employees, management, and the organization’s goals. This role is responsible for managing HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, employee relations, and training initiatives while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. The HR Generalist supports daily HR/Payroll operations in a non-union & union workforce. 
 
Benefits: 
Comprehensive benefits package including health, medical, dental, short-term disability insurance for individuals or family, and retirement 401K plan with Fidelity.
Paid time off and vacation.
Supportive work environment focused on safety, teamwork, and professional development.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
Performs routine tasks and non-routine tasks related to payroll processing, manual check requests, and various reports; information may include employees’ hourly rates, salaries, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information. 
Maintain and audit PTO accruals for all positions. 
Function as liaison between corporate office, benefit providers, and employees to facilitate leave payment, beneficiary payout, and/or benefit in arrears payments. 
Performs periodic audits of HR/Payroll files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, leaves, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
Attends in and/or participates/conducts employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Establish/maintain the integrity and confidentiality of employee records by both manual data entry and auditing the database for all employee record changes including, but not limited to status changes, pay rate changes, address changes, new hires, terminations, tax withholdings, and direct deposit information as compared to personnel files.
Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
Implements new hire orientation and employee engagement programs.
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment and payroll laws.
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and innovative technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Minimum Education & Certifications Required: 
Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; or a minimum of 5 years experience working in Human Resources.
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.
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 organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Strong math skills 
Valid driver’s license in good standing with the state.
Travel requirement (as a percent): <5% travel for occasional meetings
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and pass a background screening.
 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
 
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. 
 
Drug-free workplace 
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; able to pass a drug screen.
 
California applicants:  Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.