Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist is a leadership role responsible for performing a wide variety of professional-level duties in support of The Classical Academies’ human resources functions. This position works with personnel transactions, employee relations, pension administration, credentialing, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The HR Generalist works closely with administrators, supervisors, and employees to support a positive and effective workplace. The HR Generalist will possess exceptional critical thinking skills, time management skills, and will work effectively with minimal supervision. HR employees are expected to exemplify the policies and culture at The Classical Academies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Work well with employees at all levels to assist in explaining basic employment functions and addressing concerns
• Provide information and assistance to employees, administrators, and the public regarding human resources procedures, policies, and regulations
• Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure compliance with credentialing, TB, fingerprinting, and training requirements
• Proactively identify and take initiative to resolve issues and strengthen HR functions
• Make good decisions on behalf of the organization and aligned to our culture values, technical procedures, HR regulations, law, and internal dynamics
• HRIS navigation: independently navigate our HRIS (and other systems such as our LMS and BedAdmin) and proactively identify and solve process, data accuracy, and technology issues across the team
• Orientation: responsible for leading, maintaining and evolving our New Hire Orientation in-person events and online program
• Compensation: support employee relations by gathering data, benchmarking, and preparing reports and proposals
• Function as the Credential Technician
• Become well versed in CalSTRS & CalPERS
• Be the Employee Handbook expert
• Participate in HR audits and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Utilize various spreadsheets and databases for data entry, report creation, and/or analysis
• Display unwavering patience and a lack of frustration when assisting employees who are choosing to share personal, vulnerable information in order to obtain help
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation claims
• Process personnel transactions such as new hires, salary changes, promotions, and separations
• Assist the CHRO is various projects throughout the year

Basic Knowledge:

• Record keeping and report preparation methods
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize projects
• Proficient in office software applications: Google Workplace, Paycom, etc.
• Ability to compose and articulate documents with tact and appropriate English skills
• Ability to motivate and manage professional employees
• Knowledge in more than one of the following areas: labor laws, California Education Code, benefits administration, onboarding, employment classifications, employee relations, leave management, credential compliance, etc.

Intra-personal Skills:

• Be driven by a curiosity to learn new things, improve processes and create cohesion
• Initiative: take the lead in identifying opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Problem solving: tackle problems with a proactive and analytical approach, with a focus on solutions
• Adaptability: adapt quickly to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks with precision
• Independence: the ability to take on a project with limited information or direction and bring it to successful completion
• Ability to work well with others and remain calm under stressful circumstances
• Exceptional communication skills and customer service
• Have an understanding of what constitutes confidentiality, how to maintain confidentiality, as well as its limitations
• Have a passion for helping people and always trying to do the right thing for employees and the organization
• Demonstrate the ability to learn quickly and understand specific tasks, their purpose, and how they fit into the “big picture”
• Productively work independently as well as collaboratively with employees, administrators, vendors and other external agencies

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible human resources experience in California is required
• Experience as a Generalist or in a supervisory/management role
• Substantial experience in more than one area of human resources is required
• HR experience in an educational setting is preferred
• Experience in Paycom and CalSTRS & CalPERS is desirable
• A verifiable career interest in HR such as college major, Master’s Degree, or HR certification is strongly preferred