Human Resources Generalist

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION  

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

POSITION TITLE:                     Human Resources Generalist

LOCATION/DEPT:                   Harbor Light

REPORTS TO:                         Director of Business Operations

PEOPLE MANAGER:               No

FLSA CATEGORY:                  Non-Exempt

STATUS TYPE:                        RFT

PAY GRADE:                           406

PAY RANGE:                              $24.43 - $29.32                                                                  

 

WHO WE ARE

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to “Doing the Most Good”. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for kids after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.

 

JOB SUMMARY

A resource exists to ensure that Human Resources (HR) functions are effectively developed, implemented, followed, and evaluated.    

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment

1. A plan exists to monitor open positions and implement recruitment strategies.
   1. Position descriptions are current and reflect duties and required competencies.
   2. Recruitment is coordinated with each department to include as needed:
      1. Applications from qualified candidates will be forwarded to the hiring managers for consideration.
      2. Coordination of interviews, follow up, etc.
      3. Responses to candidates are made in a timely manner.
      4. Consultation is provided in the selection of candidates.
2. Ensures references are completed and forwarded to the divisional HR department.
3. Background check policies and procedures are maintained.
   1. Territorial, divisional, and program policies on background checks is followed for all hires including obtaining approvals.
   2. Completes telephone reference check forms for potential employers.
   3. Background check clearances are communicated timely.

Administration

1. Create and maintain employee files. Ensure each file is complete will all required paperwork.  Accurately file any documentation/correspondence obtained after hire.  Ensure that strict confidentiality is maintained with regards to employee files.  Oversees security of archival storage of terminated files.
2. Onboarding of new employees is completed for all employees with required paperwork being completed online, collected, and tracked.
3. Effectively communicate:
   1. History and culture of The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Program.
   2. Polices, benefits and program expectations.
4. Complete electronic I-9s and forward confirmation to divisional HR department within the required timeframe.
5. Coordinate with HR divisional department on processing of hires, terminations, status changes (pay changes, title changes, promotions, etc.) including submitting information to TSAMM.
6. Ensure all requirements of positions including trainings are documented, tracked and monitored for compliance (Safe-From-Harm, Harassment Prevention, CPR, Mandated Reporter etc.)
   1. Training is coordinated throughout the year to give staff multiple attendance opportunities.
   2. Contract, regulations, and program directives are regularly reviewed for new requirements.
   3. Training compliance follow-up with staff or outside entities is completed as needed.