Human Resources Generalist

Position Overview
The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the support of the day-to-day human resources operations of the corporate and BELFOR field operations.

Key Responsibilities
• Support in the onboarding process by providing support to local offices, administering pre-employment testing, working within the ATS and HRIS systems, and processing paperwork.
• Complete I-9 forms for new hires and maintain I-9 records.
• Make employment-related decisions based on background and drug screening results for new hires and rehires.
• Assist in the exiting process by processing separation documents and responding to unemployment claims.
• Conduct exit interviews with separating employees.
• Maintain human resource information system records and compile reports from the database as needed.
• Respond to employee inquiries via phone, email, and responding to the HR department mail and email inboxes.
• Participate in employee relations issues and provide counsel to field offices.
• Manage employee suggestion program.
• Perform compliance audits and monitoring.
• Reconcile department bills and invoicing.
• Prepare employee communications and organize employee events.
• Respond to employee document and file requests such as subpoenas, etc.
• Support HR Director and other HR team members as needed.
• Complete various other HR projects as assigned.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of customer service principles and practices.
• Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
• Maintain attention to detail and a keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information.
• Attend BELFOR-sponsored operations and safety training courses as required.

Experience and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Human Resources Principles and compliance.
• Basic knowledge of HRIS/HCM and ATS systems (ADP Preferred).
• Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize.
• Self-starter and able to complete tasks with little instruction.
• Continuous improvement, “can-do,” and team player mindset.
• Ability to meet critical timelines and time constraints.
• High level of confidentiality, trust, and transparency.
• Keen attention to detail.
Physical Demands
• Occasional lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 0-15% of the time).
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks.
• The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary.

Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

• Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all organization personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains the employee handbook and the policies and procedures manual
• Able to assist field employees with general benefits information and questions.
• Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
• Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports from the database.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations
• Assists with recruitment tasks as needed (reviews applications, interviews).
• Acts as employee relations specialist. Responds to employee relation issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations and civil rights complaints.
• Coaches, counsels and guides managers before executing employee disciplinary actions.