What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist position at Ursus, Inc.?
JOB TITLE: HR Generalist
**TOP 3 SKILLS:**
2-4 years of HR experience, preferably in benefi ts administration, leave management, HR operations, or employee programs.
Required: Experience using Workday for HR transactions and reporting.
Preferred: Comfort with Google Suite and Slack for daily collaboration.
LOCATION: in order of preference: Austin, DC, Chicago, Minneapolis, NY or SF
DURATION: 3 months, minimum
RATE RANGE: $18-30/hr
POSITION SUMMARY:
As an HR Generalist, you will play a vital role in supporting employees and People & Community team operations by managing benefi ts administration, leave programs, employee inquiries, HR systems, and process improvements. You will partner closely with our VP, Total Rewards & Operations, benefits brokers, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless processes, compliance, and an outstanding employee experience.
Additionally, you will contribute to HR process improvements, project management, and employee engagement programs, such as our work anniversary program, while continuously learning and leveraging HR technology to enhance efficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Employee Support & HR Inbox Management
Serve as the primary contact for employee inquiries, responding in a timely, customer-centric, and friendly manner.
Manage and triage questions related to HR policies, benefits, leaves, and Workday transactions.
Provide guidance on HR systems and troubleshooting for employees.
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management
Process employee lifecycle transactions in Workday, including hiring, job changes, compensation updates, and terminations.
Ensure accuracy and compliance in HRIS data entry and reporting.
Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline HR processes and workfl ows for greater efficiency.
Benefi ts Administration & Support
Manage benefits billing, integrations, and open enrollment processes.
Partner with benefits brokers to ensure seamless day-to-day benefits operations.
Support the VP, Total Rewards & Operations on benefi ts program administration and improvements.
Leave of Absence & Accommodations
Administer Leave of Absence (LOA) and Accommodations programs, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Manage employee communications related to leaves and accommodations.
Process leave requests and maintain accurate records using Tilt.
Process Improvement & Project Management
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, workflows, and employee-facing programs.
Lead or contribute to HR-related projects, including initiatives like the work anniversary program and other employee engagement efforts.
Work cross-functionally to implement best practices and operational efficiencies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
2-4 years of HR experience, preferably in benefi ts administration, leave management, HR operations, or employee programs.
Required: Experience using Workday for HR transactions and reporting.
Preferred: Comfort with Google Suite and Slack for daily collaboration.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effi ciently.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
A proactive approach to process improvement and an interest in HR project management.
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Salary : $18 - $30
