Human Resources Generalist

POSITION SUMMARY:

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.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Overseeing the onboarding process for new employees.
• Assisting with terminations and offboarding employees
• 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; 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
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to multitask
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to carry, lift, push or pull at least 20lbs

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree or equivalent education and experience preferred
• Proven experience in HR roles, with a minimum of 2 years in a similar position.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance

We provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.