Human Resources Generalist

Summary/Objective:

The Human Resource Generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, helping us to plan and administer the important functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including recruiting/and interviewing, administering pay, compensation and benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. 

Essential Functions:

• 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.

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; completes all pre-hire tasks, collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.

• Handle administrative tasks for onboarding, conducts new hire orientation, exit processing and all associated tasks.

• 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.

• 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.
• Participates in HR initiatives and projects and other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Demonstrated experience working in Human Resources for a minimum of 3 years.

• SHRM-CP or HRCI aPHR or PHR certification is a plus.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical, decision-making 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 federal employment-related laws and regulations.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Advanced knowledge of Paycom HRIS, LMS and talent management systems and ability to quickly learn new systems as needed.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Ability to analyze data and recommend action.

• Demonstrate integrity and ethical standards in job performance.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing across all levels of the organization.

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

• Ability to demonstrate compassion and respect for persons with economic challenges.

Physical Demands:

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.       

• Ability to work in an office environment.

• Ability to communicate on the telephone.

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

• Ability to walk up and down stairs.

• Ability to lift 20 lbs.

• Ability to bend, lift and carry.

• Full awareness of environmental stimuli

• Full range of motion above the head.
• Ability to use computer.