Human Resources Generalist

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**Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency, Inc. (FHATA)**

• Position Title:**Human Resources Generalist
• Reports To:** Executive Director
• Location:** 5815 Marlatt Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503
• Salary Range:**\$48,500 \$54,000 annually (Non-Exempt) \$23.32-\$26.00
  
  

per hour

**Join Our Team!**

At**Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (FHATA)**, were more than a

transportation provider were a people-first organization committed to

connecting communities and creating a workplace where employees thrive.

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and collaborative**Human

Resources Generalist**to join our HR team. This position is a key

partner in advancing our mission by supporting employees, fostering

engagement, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and

organizational policies.

**Position Summary**

TheHuman Resources Generalistplays a vital role in supporting all areas

of human resources including recruitment, employee relations, benefits

administration, onboarding, and compliance.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Recruitment & Staffing**

• Lead and support full cycle recruiting for open positions across all
  
  

departments.

• Collaborate with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and
  
  

identify top talent.

• Post positions, screen applicants, schedule interviews, and
  
  

coordinate job offers.

• Facilitate pre-employment background checks, drug screenings, and
  
  

onboarding documentation.

• Build relationships with community partners, schools, and employment
  
  

networks to attract qualified candidates.

**Onboarding, Engagement & Training**

• Conduct new hire orientations and ensure timely completion of
  
  

onboarding paperwork.

• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, including DOT
  
  

physicals, license renewals, and certifications.

• Support the creation and delivery of training programs focused on
  
  

compliance, safety, and employee development.

• Promote employee engagement initiatives that reinforce FHATAs values
  
  

and culture.

**Administration Benefits**

• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental,
  
  

vision, life, and retirement plans.

• Process enrollments, changes, and terminations accurately through HR
  
  

and payroll systems.

• Serve as a resource for employees regarding benefits, leave of
  
  

absence, and wellness programs.

• Coordinate annual open enrollment and assist in preparing benefit
  
  

communications and presentations.

• Manage workers compensation claims, FMLA, and return-to-work
  
  

processes.

**Compliance & HR Operations**

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and
  
  

FHATA policies.

• Prepare, maintain, and submit required HR reports and documentation.
• Serve as Designated Employer Representative (DER) for FHATAs drug
  
  

and alcohol testing program.

• Support HR audits, ACA reporting, and other compliance initiatives.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance HR
  
  

effectiveness.

**Employee Relations & Support**

• Provide professional, confidential, and responsive HR support to
  
  

employees and managers.

• Assist with performance management processes, investigations, and
  
  

employee counseling.

• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture.
• Partner with leadership to address employee engagement and retention
  
  

strategies.