What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist- Talent Focus position at AgSource?
Salary: SUMMARY STATEMENTWe are seeking an HR Generalist with a strong talent acquisition focus to support our agriculture-based organization. This role spends approximately 50% of time on recruiting and workforce planning and 50% on core HR generalist responsibilities, supporting both hourly and professional employees. The ideal candidate understands the unique workforce needs of the agriculture industry and enjoys balancing hands-on recruiting with employee-focused HR support.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESTalent Acquisition (Approx. 50%)Manage full cycle recruiting for roles supporting agricultural operations, laboratory, field, and professional teams.Partner with hiring managers to understand seasonal, operational, and long-term workforce needs.Source candidates through job boards, referrals, community partnerships, agricultural networks, and educational institutions.Represent the organization at job fairs, career expos, and community outreach events to promote employment opportunities and strengthen our presence within the agriculture industry.Coordinate interviews, extend offers, and support onboarding to ensure a positive candidate experience.Maintain job postings, job descriptions, and recruiting metrics.HR Generalist (Approx. 50%)Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions related to policies, benefits, and HR processes.Support employee relations matters, including coaching, documentation, and investigations in partnership with HR leadership.Assist with benefits administration, leave coordination, performance management, training initiatives and provide payroll support or assistance as needed.Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.Maintain accurate HRIS records and support offboarding and exit interviews.QUALIFICATIONSBachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).35 years of HR experience with hands-on recruiting responsibilities.Experience supporting hourly, operational, or field-based employees preferred.Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.PREFERREDExperience in agriculture, agribusiness, laboratory, manufacturing, or a related industry.This posting is intended to describe the general nature of the role and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.