What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist position at Atlas Outdoor?
What began over 30 years ago as a local landscaping company has grown into something much more, a passion rooted in our values and driven by delivering an extraordinary experience to our teams, clients, and the communities we serve.
Schill Landscape Collective is proud to partner with leaders in their markets, bringing together strong local businesses aligned in values and purpose. With these partners, we are ranked #25 in landscape companies. With over 30 locations, we service customers in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Ontario, Canada.
Come join our team at Atlas Outdoor in Flint, Michigan!
The Human Resources Generalist serves as an employee advocate, internal consultant, and business partner with management on human resources issues. Responsible for managing day-to-day HR functions and supporting all areas of the HR department. All employees are expected to carry out the company’s core values.
As a Human Resources Generalist you must be able to perform the following essential functions of the job:
- Lead talent acquisition initiatives for the Detroit Region. Own the full-cycle recruiting for all locations in the region.
- Provide HR expertise to employees and managers. Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
- Conduct new employee orientation and process new hire paperwork.
- Advise managers on performance management and employee relations issues. Support the documentation of performance and assist with terminations.
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate the H2B program and Permanent Residence Card processes. Work closely with internal partners and outside legal counsel to ensure timely and compliant completion of required process steps.
- Comply with all legal and governmental requirements including OSHA, EEO, ADA, FMLA, and Worker’s Compensation. Advise employees and managers on laws, policies, and procedures.
- Manage Human Resources systems to ensure data integrity, provide management with proper reporting to support business objectives and strategic initiatives, and policy development.
- Provide excellent customer service to candidates, employees, and managers by advising of proper solutions.
- Plan and coordinate employee appreciation events and community service activities. Participate in community activities and build relationships with community representatives.
- Lead or participate in internal and external audits.
- Create correspondence to employees and managers as needed.
- Follow all company policies and procedures.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
JOB SKILLS AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) as well as group facilitation and presentation skills.
- Change management champion.
- Solid interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Must be highly organized and with attention to detail.
- Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Solid knowledge of HR principles, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of HR federal laws and regulations.
- Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business or related field or 10 years of related work experience with proven HR expertise as demonstrated through related certifications
3-5 years of related experience, landscaping or manufacturing industry experience preferred
Human Resources Certification preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office products and HCM systems
Ability to travel to branch locations in the assigned region
Flexible to work extended hours and modified shifts to support organizational events and activities
Bilingual English-Spanish strongly preferred