Human Resources Generalist

Job Type: Full-time

Company: Workers' Compensation Reinsurance Association (WCRA)

Work Location: Hybrid (3 days in the office and 2 days telecommuting)

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department, including hiring, interviewing, payroll processing (including tax filing review and approval), benefits, leave of absence programs, job description preparation, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Responsible for biweekly payroll processing with experience running payroll in a web-based program environment. The candidate must be able to effectively manage payroll changes and employee data, validate that third-party vendor payroll tax reporting is correct, address issues with the employees, vendors, and agencies when needed, perform annual reconciliations between payroll and benefit plan reporting, process benefit changes within the system for annual benefits renewal.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental supervisors/managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks, references, and employee eligibility verifications.
• Administers new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs, including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; 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 appropriate staff.
• Assists managers with constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; recommends 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 and makes recommendations for policy changes when prudent.
• Work with vendors to instruct and modify HR systems to improve functionality and keep current.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least five years of human resource generalist experience.
• At least five years of payroll processing experience.
• SHRM-CP is a plus.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience processing payroll from data entry to tax preparation.
• 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.

Why Join the WCRA?

• Hybrid Work Model - Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, with a balance of in-office collaboration and remote work.
• Career Development - Commit to your growth with continuous learning opportunities and professional development.
• Impactful Work - Make a tangible difference collaborating with our members and claims team.

Excellent Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) Plan with a Company Match
• Traditional Employer Funded Pension Plan
• Employer Funded Retiree HRA
• Flex Spending Plans (Health, Dependent Care)
• Health Savings Account Match
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off

The WCRA is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

WCRA is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at WCRA via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from WCRA will be deemed the sole property of WCRA. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by WCRA as a result of the referral or through other means.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• payroll processing from data entry to tax preparation: 5 years (Required)
• Human resources: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Paul, MN 55101

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000