What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resource Generalist position at Reid & Riege Attorneys?
Job Summary:
The Human Resource Generalist will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including:
Hiring, interviewing, and onboarding staff
Benefits and leave administration
Performance management
Reinforcing company policies and practices
Payroll processing
Duties/Responsibilities:
Ensures thorough documentation of all employee-related matters, including (but not limited to):
Terminations
Layoffs
Reduction in force
Dispute resolutions
Resignations
Performance reviews
Disciplinary actions
Promotions
Department changes
Wage increases
Creates and maintains job descriptions in an orderly and accurate format
Coordinates with management and department heads to create and arrange duties in job descriptions
Creates/updates job postings, pre-screens candidates, schedules interviews, and documents appropriately in coordination with department managers
Ensures new hires supply all necessary documentation and complete all required forms and training
Notifies the state of all new hires and terminations
Maintains up-to-date, accurate, and complete employee files
Manages the following:
PTO
FMLA
Benefits administration (including COBRA)
Workers' compensation claims
Doctors’ notes
Other applicable documentation
Maintains Employee Handbook in coordination with management
Keeps management informed of changes to policies, laws, and procedures to ensure compliance
Represents the company in employment matters involving:
Connecticut Unemployment Office
CT Labor Board
Other regulatory bodies (local, state, and national)
Addresses requests from regulatory bodies in coordination with management
Represents the company at unemployment hearings when required
Coordinates and documents performance reviews in conjunction with department heads and management
Creates, implements, and manages employee appreciation functions
Manages time and attendance systems
Administers payroll
Performs any additional duties as required by management
Requirements / Education:
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Human Resources Management
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Payroll processing experience preferred but not required
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