Human Resource Generalist

Skill, Knowledge, and Abilities

•  Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource administration.
•  Basic understanding of local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to support department projects, policies, goals, and objectives.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, and cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills at various organizational levels.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Maintains employee records, ensuring completion and accuracy of details such as employee contact information, job classification, training sessions, data changes, pay rates, terminations, and other key details.
• Maintains accurate records of active job openings and received applications; manages internal and external job postings.
• Reviews applications for entry-level and non-exempt positions; conducts and/or schedules preliminary interviews.
• Maintains employee records, including training sessions, evaluations, new employee data, data changes, and terminations.
• Organizes and presents at new employee orientation to ensure that new employees feel prepared to begin their employment and process the necessary paperwork to meet deadlines.
• Performs administrative and recordkeeping tasks related to staffing changes, including hiring, resignations, and terminations.
• Conducts or assists with record audits and mandatory reports, which may include Form I-9s and other compliance reviews.
• Assists with administering employee benefits, including collecting and submitting employee information.
• Maintains all employee databases and HR-relevant files according to accepted rules of legal compliance and develops necessary reporting for the team and as required by law.
• Administers Service Award Program and assists with other employee recognition events.
• Maintains security badges for employees and contractors.
• Supports company-wide information meetings such as quarterly employee meetings, open enrollment, recognition events, and other meetings as needed.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in job fairs and recruiting sessions.
• Support of, and involvement in, lifelong learning.
• General HR support and assistance with HR projects, as assigned.