Senior Human Resources Generalist

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST 

 About the Role

The Senior Human Resources Generalist role will focus primarily on compensation and benefits administration as well as day-to day HR functions in order to meet strategic goals and initiatives for employee relations, culture, and benefits. In this role, you will be responsible for human resources functions including benefits administration, leave administration, compensation planning and execution, and employee relations. This role has a strong emphasis on critical and analytical thinking, the ability to solve complex problems, and attention to detail. The Senior Human Resource Generalist role will consist of 80% compensation and benefits administration and 20% general HR responsibilities.

Reports to: Director of Human Resources 

Pay Classification: Full-Time, Exempt  

ESSENTIAL ACTIVITIES PERFORMED 

Benefits Administration: 

• Administer all employee & volunteer benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement programs (Defined Contribution 401(k) & Defined Benefit Plans)
• Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans
• Allocate group health and dental claims monthly and review quarterly
• Develop and execute Employee Wellness Program
• Establish initiatives and programs that help employees attain optimal health
• Effectively interpret FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leave-of-absence/disability
  • Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA.
• Make recommendations to employee leave policies
• Complete annual reporting for employee benefits: ACA, 1099, 401K, Pension, Workers Comp, Unemployment, etc.

Compensation Administration 

• Perform compensation research and benchmark data
• Execute Excel-based calculations for employee bonuses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with bonus structures and financial budget guidelines.
• Apply logical reasoning to effectively analyze compensation data for accurate and meaningful results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data validation, timely and accurate distribution of bonuses.

Employee Relations/Recognition: 

• Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Execute general HR duties
• Respond to human resources related inquiries
• Assist in development and implementation of human resource policies
• Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace
• Compile and Analyze HR Reports
• Provide HR guidance and advise leaders regarding legal and regulatory compliance of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, etc.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and compliance requirements

Minimum Qualifications 

EDUCATION 

• Bachelors degree  

EXPERIENCE 

• 7+ years of experience in the HR field; Required experience leading compensation and benefits
• Advanced knowledge of computer software programs (e.g., MS Office and other relevant software as identified) and willingness to learn new IT systems
  • Excel most critical
• Experience with UltiPro and compensation analysis tools such as Payscale preferred

CERTIFICATIONS  

• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred 

SKILLS 

• Strong problem solving, reporting, and analytical skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities
• Excellent judgment in handling confidential, legal, or sensitive information 

Benefits 

• Health, Vision, Dental Benefits 
• 401 (K) Plan with Employer Matching 
• Competitive Bonus Structure 
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance 
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan 
• Virtual Employment 
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Vacation Bonus 
• Paid Office Closure December 25 - January 1 
• Paid Holidays Schedule