Human Resources Generalist - Honolulu/Denver

POSITION TITLE:     HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

DEPARTMENT:         ADMINISTRATION

STATUS:                     NON-EXEMPT

SUPERVISOR:           REGIONAL HR BUSINESS PARTNER

PAY RATE:                  $28 - $30 PH (DOE)

GENERAL STATEMENT: 

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The HR Generalist serves as the primary Human Resources point of contact for assigned Center(s), stores, and operational facilities. This role provides comprehensive HR support, including recruiting, onboarding, employee records management, compliance, performance management, and employee relations. The HR Generalist ensures that HR processes and documentation are accurate, timely, and compliant with ARC Command, territorial, and legal standards. This position partners closely with the Command Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Regional HR Business Partner, and Command Compliance Coordinator to support both employees and leadership while promoting a safe, compliant, and performance-driven workplace.

This position will be physically based at our Honolulu ARC but will also provide HR support remotely to our ARC in Denver.  Travel between Hawaii and Colorado will not be necessary.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OFFERED

• Opportunity for career growth
• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Wellness Program Incentives
• Retirement Plan
• Optional benefits, including Pre-paid Legal Service, AFLAC, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Store Discounts
• Great Work Perks Discounts (Amusement Parks, Museums, Services, and more!)
• Employee Referral Bonuses

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Act as first point of contact for assigned Center(s), stores, and operational facilities.
• Partner with the Command Talent Acquisition Coordinator on recruiting efforts, including application review, candidate screening, and interview scheduling.
• Manage the pre-employment process, including offer letters, background checks, and reference verification.
• Conduct new hire orientations and ensure all required documents are completed and filed.
• Establish and maintain personnel files in compliance with ARC Command and Review Standards.

Employee Records & HRIS

• Maintain and update I-9 files, ensuring timely purges and ongoing compliance.
• Process HRIS entries for new hires, employee changes, deductions, and terminations.
• Generate and distribute HRIS and system reports as requested by Command Leadership.
• Conduct quarterly personnel file audits and maintain accurate employee records.
• Complete employment and salary verification requests.

Performance Management & Employee Relations

• Administer annual performance review process: send reminders, collect completed reviews, record ratings in UKG, and track overdue submissions.
• Handle low-level employee relations and investigations, closing cases in coordination with the Regional HR Business Partner (RHRBP).
• Support the RHRBP with case preparation and higher-level employee relations issues.

Compliance & Safety

• Report workers’ compensation claims within 24 hours and submits required documentation to the Compliance Coordinator.
• Ensure all required labor law and compliance postings are current at each location.
• Serve as Safety Supervisor under the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
• Maintain Authorized Driver records, including annual MVR checks and safety training.
• Collect and track DOT Driver Qualification Files in coordination with the Compliance Coordinator.

Payroll, Benefits & Administration

• Assist employees with general benefit questions.
• Process payroll-related items such as liens and garnishments, ensuring timely and accurate entries.
• Provide backup support to the Accounting Office on HR/payroll matters.
• Process employee terminations and resignations.

Systems, Reporting & Additional Duties

• Enter TSAMM items with 100% accuracy and process related HR actions based on approvals.
• Enroll new hires in E-Learning training and assign req