Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Location: Huntsville, AL (On-Site)

Canvas, Inc. provides services to a diverse group of customers in the areas of Test and Evaluation, Engineering Services, Program & Acquisition Management, and Product Integration. We are currently seeking a full-time Human Resources Generalist to join our corporate office in Huntsville, AL! This is an onsite position. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment and making positive changes to the lives of employees at Canvas, Inc. The HR Generalist will partner with our current HR team, managers and employees to provide HR support and solutions and will report to the Human Resources Manager.

Duties:

• Assist with maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains employee data in various filing systems and using organizational tools.
• Assist with benefits administration activities to include but not limited to the following: (health, dental, vision, HRA, Life/AD&D, LTD, STD, retirement, etc.)
  • Coordination with third-party administrators and carriers.
  • Research, negotiate and implement employee benefits plans that are cost effective for the organization while meeting the health and welfare needs of employees.
  • Assist with Open enrollment process utilize Deltek Employee Self Service module.
  • Assist with communication of all benefit information to a diverse population of employees: process enrollments and changes, reconcile invoices for payment, assist employees with claims issues and required compliance and disclosure matters.
• Back-up for conducting of new employee orientation to include Benefits, Timekeeping, and Company Policies/Procedures.
• Support workforce at large by providing for manager and employee needs using operational and organizational resources.
• Assist with onboarding activities including orientation, I-9, E-Verify, employee file creation, and timekeeping training for all new hires.
• Tracks and administers our tuition reimbursement program.
• Assists with annual events such as external annual reporting, performance reviews, engagement activities and awards.
• Cross-training with benefits administration.
• Work with HR Team Members to develop process improvements for critical policies and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field.
• Minimum three years of human resources experience.
• Excellent communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time-management skills with proven ability to prioritize complex issues and meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate ability to work with minimal supervision on projects and initiatives in required time frames.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Detail oriented with demonstrated project management and analytical skills.
• Desired:
  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
  • HR Generalist certification.
  • Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to employment.
  • Knowledge of HRIS software a plus.
  • Experience within Microsoft Office Suite, Costpoint People Module, and Deltek are a plus.

Other Essential Job Functions:

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time using PC.

About Us

Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits of Wor