Human Resources Generalist

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Human Resources Generalist with an emphasis on Employee Benefits Administration will be responsible for leading the delivery of day-to day HR functions in order to meet our strategic goals and initiatives for employee relations, culture, and benefits. In this role, you will be responsible for overall human resources functions to include benefits administration, employee recognition, organizational planning and development, as well as employee relations.

You also may act as a resource for HR colleagues with less experience.

REPORTS TO: Senior Human Resources Manager

PAY CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

ESSENTIAL ACTIVITIES PERFORMED

Benefits Administration:

• Administer all employee & volunteer benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement programs (Defined Contribution 401(k) & Defined Benefit Plans)
• Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans
• Allocate group health and dental claims monthly and review quarterly
• Develop and execute employee Wellness Program
  • Establish initiatives and programs that help employees attain optimal health
• Effectively interpret FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leave-of-absence/disability
• Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA.
• Make recommendations to employee leave policies
• Complete annual reporting for employee benefits: ACA, 1099, 401K, Pension, Workers Comp, Unemployment, etc.

Employee Relations/Recognition:

• Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Execute general HR duties
• Plan and host employee engagement events
• Respond to employment verifications and surveys as needed
• Conduct stay and exit interviews
• Respond to human resources related inquiries
• Organize and manage annual employee performance reviews
• Assist in development and implementation of human resource policies
• Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace
• Compile and Analyze HR Reports
• Provide HR guidance and advise leaders regarding legal and regulatory compliance of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, etc.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and compliance requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION      

University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

EXPERIENCE      

• 5+ years of experience in the HR field
• Advanced knowledge of computer software programs (e.g. MS Office and other relevant software as identified) and willingness to learn new IT systems
  
  • Excel most critical  

Certifications

PHR or SHRM-CP preferred

SKILLS

• Strong problem solving, reporting, and analytical skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities 
• Excellent judgment in handling confidential, legal, or sensitive information

BENEFITS

• Health, Vision, Dental Benefits 
• 401 (K) Plan with Employer Matching 
• Competitive Bonus Structure 
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance 
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan 
• Virtual Employment 
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Vacation Bonus 
• Paid Office Closure December 24-January 1 
• Paid Holidays Schedule 
• Certification Reimbursement 

ABOUT A-LIGN 

A-LIGN is a technology-enabled security and compliance partner trusted by more than 2,400 global organizations to confidently mitigate cybersecurity risks. We work with small businesses to global enterprises with services spanning across SOC, Penetration Testing, PCI DSS, HITRUST, ISO and privacy compliance. Our proprietary compliance management platform is transforming the compliance experience by enabling an anytime, anywhere approach to audits. For more information, visit www.A-LIGN.com.