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Human Resources Generalist

San Diego, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Jun 2024

💰 $56,000/yr

About the role

FULL TIME. COMPENSATION: $26.00 to $28.00 HOUR.
THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION 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.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OFFERED:

Opportunity for career growth.
Paid time off.
Employee Discounts.
Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Retirement Plan.
AFLAC.
Employee Assistance Program. (EAP)

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA or BS Degree in Business or Certificate in Human Resources preferred.
Five (5) years experience handling human resources and benefits administration with office management and supervisory experience.
Must have excellent people skills.
Must be able to multi-task and handle deadlines.
Must be self-motivated, able to work with a minimum of supervision, adaptable and able to handle confidential matters.
Effective written and verbal communication skills required.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel along with internet web sites.
Experience with HR/Payroll systems preferred.
Knowledge of workers compensation, OSHA regulations and labor laws a must.
Current valid Driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and other office equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly on the telephone.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

The duties and responsibilities of the HR Generalist require the ability to handle confidential matters.
The person in this job must know how to protect this information and prevent it from being compromised.
You will also have access to Personal Health Information as defined by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) Regulations.
You must protect PHI and ensure that this information is never shared with anyone who does not have rights to access PHI.
Individuals will look to you for guidance on how to conduct themselves in the workplace, so be prepared to set the standard HR Generalist for professionalism and to personally adhere to the policies as outlined in The Salvation Army, ARC Employee Handbook.

Specifically, your duties will include but are not limited to:
Personnel:

Provide orientation for new hires and ensure that all of the proper documents are signed and placed in the personnel record.
Enter new hire information into payroll/timekeeping systems.
Maintain an employee database to facilitate the preparation of legal, statistical and information reports.
Establish a “bring-up” file for timely processing of 90 day orientation reviews and annual employee reviews.
Become familiar with the requirements of ARC Command Finance Council with respect to Personnel Action Notices, annual pay increases, LOA requests, etc.
Administer policies and procedures as presented in The Salvation Army, ARC version of the Employee Handbook.
Maintain current vacation and sick time accrual figures for all employees.
Assist Administrator, Department Heads and employees with employee relations.
Develop and maintain an effective employee communications network.
Conduct in-service training for managers and supervisors on a regular basis covering topics related to Safety Training and Labor Laws.
Assist the Center Administrator with drafting correspondence, memos, policies and procedures.
Compiles information as required for legal inquiries.
Makes recommendations for employee recognition and appreciation activities.
Process lien and garnishment notices, ensuring that each party receives the correct paperwork and that deduction codes are entered in payroll system.
Assure all personnel files are maintained according to ARC Command/Review Standards.

Recruitment:

Prepare internal and external announcements of job openings.
Develop a range of recruitment sources including community-based organizations, Internet websites, print advertising and job fairs to attract the best applicants.
Screen applications and resumes for appropriate candidates for interview.
Conduct preliminary interviews and schedule candidates fo