Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist 
Department: Human Resources 
Reports To: HR Manager
FLSA Status: Non- Exempt 
Grade: 7 

 

The HR Generalist is a junior level role responsible for supporting and coordination of the day-to-day HR operations and managing designated tasks or projects within the HR department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, daily administrative operations, recruitment, reporting, training, benefits coordination, and HR communications. 

   

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Recruitment 

• Facilitate and implement varied aspects of the recruitment process. 
• Work with hiring managers to post jobs, screen applicants and coordinate     the recruitment process of job vacancies. 
• Use applicant tracking system to proficiently post jobs, screen applicants, select qualified candidates, schedule interviews; oversee preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials. 
• Maintain accurate records of active job openings and applications in applicant tracking system and manage internal and external job postings. 
• Collaborate with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Onboard new hires and process new hire paperwork. Provide overview of policy, procedures and provide explanation of benefits. Enter changes into employee records system and communicate with all stakeholders proficiently.
• Off-board terminating employees, update employee records system, cancel benefit enrollments, set up Exit meetings and obtain exit questionnaire. 
• Assist in the collection and compilation of HR metrics, to analyze data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to recruitment, hiring practices, motivation, turnover, and compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR team to identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Schedule, attend and participate in college job fairs and recruiting sessions.

  Training Coordination 

Coordinate, facilitate, and deliver training programs for all staff.

Plan, organize, and effectively conduct employee training on various skill, policy, and compliance areas.

Assist in researching and identifying areas in which training is required and/or beneficial. May assist in the designs and/or drafts of training plan.

Coordinate with Director of Human Resources and/or outside consultants/vendors and training providers to deliver training.

Organize and coordinate training sessions; reserve space for training, ensures that audiovisual equipment is available and operating, distributes materials such as handouts and quizzes, and handles other similar details and tasks.

Maintain records of attendance and successful completion of training.     Assist in evaluation and recommend modification to existing or proposed programs; suggest and implement suitable changes.

Develop or assist with development of and maintains a company-wide training calendar; tracks required initial and refresher training schedules.

Develop and implement online training survey for each training. Analyze and report results to the Director of Human Resources.

  HR Administration 

Provide administrative support to the HR department including but not limited to assisting with performance management activities, employee engagement, DEI, coordinating meetings and events, HR office file maintenance. Answer basic employee inquiries as it pertains to the employee manual and benefit entitlements and office procedures.

Stay current with local, state, and Federal HR laws, legislation, and trends, and maintain compliance with each. Produce monthly newsletter.

Support planning and coordinating employee recognition/relations program.

Draft and issues all- staff announcements, notices, flyers.

Assist in design, monitor and update HR SharePoint page frequently.

Performs other related duties, as required.

 

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.  In lieu of bachelor’s degree, minimum five years of Human Resources experience required. 

1-3 years of Human Resources related work experience required.

Ability to work hybrid work schedule - minimum of two (2) in-office days per week

Demonstrated knowledge of HR employment laws, practices and policies.  

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