HR Generalist

Position Summary

The HR Generalist will support the Principal of People Strategies in handling a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance. In addition, this position will assist in maintaining human resource information system records and reports as well as ensure compliance with federal and state employment and benefit laws.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and reference checks.
• Coordinate and maintain effective onboarding and orientation programs for new hires.
• Oversees and maintains optimal function of the HRIS, which may include onboarding, offboarding, running reports and providing general system support to employees.
• Provides first level responses to various questions from employees related to payroll, benefits, time entry, etc.
• Ensures system compliance with data security and privacy requirements. Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable HR laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, and other federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop and assist with the implementation of HR policies and procedures. Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters.
• Assist with employee recognition programs, events, and training initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR trends, practices, and regulations.

Attributes, Education, Skills & Abilities

Innovation

• Anticipate and solve problems with original and tailored solutions
• Forward thinking and big picture focused

Ownership

• Self-driven and strives to get the job done in a timely manner without passing the buck
• Total responsibility of knowledge on technical matters
• Provide quality work

Teamwork

• Think of others, humble, loyal and puts the firm first
• Collaborate within teams
• Develop relationships with peers and attend firm events

Communication

• Effectively exchange meaningful information and ideas on a timely basis with tact and open minds by listening first and asking questions second
• Communicate effectively and professionally
• Keep immediate supervisor informed

Education and licenses:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required

Experience:

• Three (3) years of human resource experience OR One (1) year of human resource experience with a degree

Other knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Maintains a high degree of professionalism and integrity.
• Understands and maintains the confidentiality of all information.
• Problem solving capabilities necessary to accomplish the duties and tasks of the position.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to share knowledge and work in a strong team-oriented environment.
• Capable of working and communicating positively and effectively with professionals at all levels.
• Lifting up to 20lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing, bending, and walking

Software:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and experience as an administrator of an HRIS