Human Resources Generalist

Who We Are

St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawai‘i uplifts families through compassionate care and a strong commitment to community. Guided by our mission to provide excellent, ‘ohana-centered hospice and supportive services, we remain rooted in our core values of grace, peace, unity, and legacy.   Every team member plays a vital role in living this mission with heart, dedication, and a spirit of service. We cultivate a supportive environment where excellence is nurtured, teamwork is celebrated, and each person's contribution is valued. At St. Francis, healthcare is more than a profession—it's a calling. We welcome you to join our team and help carry forward our legacy of caring for Hawai‘i's people with purpose and aloha. 

About the Role

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for administering core HR operations across the employee lifecycle. This role supports payroll processing, benefits administration, leave management, policy administration, and reporting, while ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and company policies. The HR Generalist serves as a key point of contact for employees and managers and supports a positive, compliant, and inclusive workplace.

Payroll Administration

·         Process accurate and timely payroll in accordance with company schedules, wage and hour laws, and union agreements.

·         Review and audit payroll data, including new hires, terminations, promotions, and pay changes.

·         Coordinate payroll deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions.

·         Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee payroll inquiries.

·         Ensure accurate and timely entry of employee data into HRIS and payroll systems.

Benefits Administration

·         Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and supplemental benefits.

·         Serve as the primary contact for benefits enrollment, changes, and employee questions.

·         Coordinate open enrollment, including employee communications, system updates, and vendor collaboration.

·         Ensure benefit plans are administered in compliance with applicable regulations and union agreements.

·         Provide benefits education to employees throughout the employee lifecycle. 

Leave Management

·         Administer employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, state leave programs, workers’ compensation, and company-specific leaves.

·         Track leave usage and ensure accurate documentation and approvals.

·         Communicate leave policies and employee rights clearly and consistently.

·         Coordinate with payroll and managers to ensure accurate leave tracking and pay treatment.

Policy Administration & Compliance

·         Assist in the administration and maintenance of employee handbooks, HR policies, and procedures.

·         Support compliance with federal, state, local, and union-related employment laws.

·         Assist with HR audits, compliance reporting, and documentation as needed.

Union Reporting & Labor Support

·         Prepare and submit required union reports, contributions, and documentation accurately and on time.

·         Maintain employee records in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.

·         Support labor agreement administration, including classifications, seniority, and wage schedules.

·         Assist HR leadership with union-related data requests, audits, and inquiries.

New Hire Onboarding

·         Coordinate and administer the onboarding process for new employees.

·         Conduct new hire orientations, including completion of employment documentation and benefits enrollment.

·         Ensure accurate and timely entry of employee data into HRIS and payroll systems.

       Partner with managers to support a smooth, compliant onboarding experience.