Human Resources Generalist

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join our team! The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices and assist with constructive and timely performance evaluations.

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; occupational health and safety; and training and development.

Responsibilities:

• Screen, recruit, and interview potential employees
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• On-board and train new employees
• Implement company culture, values and policies
• Provide management with requested reports and documents
• Coordinate events focused on employee recognition
• Accurately maintain employee files
• 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.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or communications.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Knowledge of labor and employment laws
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
• Ability to build rapport with all employees
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills