What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at First Majestic Silver Corp-Jerritt Canyon Gold?
About Jerritt Canyon
The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.
The Opportunity
The Human Resources Generalist provides HR support to employees and site leadership, ensuring consistent application of Company policies, practices, and values. This role focuses on employee relations, HR operations, compliance, and workforce support, while partnering closely with a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist on recruitment activities. The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented HR professional who exercises sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates alignment with First Majestic's values and organizational behaviors.
Responsibilities
Education And Experience
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.
The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.
The Opportunity
The Human Resources Generalist provides HR support to employees and site leadership, ensuring consistent application of Company policies, practices, and values. This role focuses on employee relations, HR operations, compliance, and workforce support, while partnering closely with a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist on recruitment activities. The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented HR professional who exercises sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates alignment with First Majestic's values and organizational behaviors.
Responsibilities
- Provide generalist HR support to employees and leaders, including guidance on policies, procedures, and workplace matters.
- Support employee relations activities, including documentation, investigations, and coordination with site and corporate HR leadership.
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition Specialist to support hiring activities, including interview coordination, candidate communications, and onboarding support as needed.
- Support onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes to ensure a positive employee experience.
- Administer and support performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and employee development activities.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity across HR systems and files.
- Support HR compliance activities, including audits, record retention, and adherence to employment laws and Company policies.
- Partner with site leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational initiatives.
- Coordinate HR-related training sessions, meetings, and events.
- Support payroll, benefits, and leave administration processes in coordination with the HR team and third-party vendors.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits questions, including enrollments, life events, and general plan information, escalating complex issues as needed.
- Support benefits communications, orientations, and open enrollment activities.
- Support SAP-related processes, including requisitions, invoice processing, and reporting as required.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion in all aspects of the role.
- Demonstrate alignment with First Majestic's values and organizational behaviors in all interactions, decisions, and work activities.
- Comply with all Company policies and procedures, including safety, environmental, and code of conduct requirements.
- Perform work safely and complete other related duties as assigned.
Education And Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
- 3–5 years of Human Resources experience in a generalist or similar role.
- Working knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee relations processes.
- Experience supporting performance management, compliance, and HR operations.
- Experience working with HR information systems and enterprise systems (SAP or similar) preferred.
- Experience in an industrial, mining, or operational environment preferred.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.