HR Generalist I

Responsibilities/Job Duties:

• Lead recruitment strategies to attract top talent and reduce time-to-fill for open positions.
• 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.
• Design and implement effective onboarding processes to enhance employee retention.
• Manages employee training and development programs, assessing effectiveness and identifying needs for improvement.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• 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.
• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS (Human Resource Information System).
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits and compensation programs.
• Contribute to the performance management process, including tracking performance reviews and providing support to managers.
• Participate in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to employees on HR-related inquiries and assist in resolving employee relations issues.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze feedback to identify trends and areas of improvement.
• Ensure compliance with multi-state labor laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations in multiple states.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as needed to complete reports.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist role.
• SHRM certification a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• 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.
• Able to travel at least 15% of the time to other offices.