HR Generalist

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist will run the daily function of the HR operations department including new hire orientation, benefits, leave management, coordination of state unemployed and worker compensation programs. This role includes enforcing company policies and practices as well as monitoring employee relations environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The position has no direct reports. May oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of day-to-day Human Resource activities-unemployment, employee concerns, safety, benefits, and legal/regulatory requirements.

Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, company policy/process certification and training.

Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.

Conducts/Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.

Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to 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 knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Performs other related duties as assigned

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 organizations HR and Payroll systems

Duties/Responsibilities:

Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate

Maintains basic knowledge of legal requirements in US (especially California and Washington state) related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while escalating to supervisor when legal consultation is needed/required.

Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.

Work in conjunction with vendors to assist with managing benefit enrollment, employee leave programs and 401K.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Required Skills/Abilities:
Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

At least one year of human resource management experience preferred.

SHRM-CP a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.