Human Resource Generalist 
This position performs a variety of administrative tasks within the Human Resources Department relative to the cycle of employment, including assisting in the talent acquisition and recruitment process, managing employee records, administering pay, benefit administration, leaves of absence, worker’s compensation, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and complaint requirements.
Essential Functions 
​Benefits administration and Oversight. Familiarity with Employee Navigator a plus. 
​Interface with external carriers/providers to provide oversight of FMLA, COBRA, short and long-term disability, workers compensation, and unemployment claims 
​Interface with the payroll/timekeeping system.
​Oversee payroll tasks.
​Support management in the employee lifecycle including posting jobs, recruitment, pre-employment screenings, interviewing, on-boarding, and off-boarding employees 
​Set up employee file and enter employee information into database systems. File documents. 
​Participate in and assist management with implementing employee trainings as needed. 
​Maintain a working knowledge of benefit programs. 
​Assist in the coordination of open enrollment periods for the agency and assist with the enrollment into agency benefits.
​Meet with employees individually or in groups to explain benefits, which may include paid time off, retirement, health plans, voluntary benefits, worker’s compensation, and flexible spending accounts. 
​Track eligibility dates for benefits 
​Assist applicants in person and by phone with employment applications when requested.
​Follow up on missed benefit deductions, especially during lay-off periods and medical leave of absences. 
​Work with Management on Employee Relations concerns. 
​Provide input on ways to improve the HR Department, employee relations, and the agency as a whole. 
​Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations. ​
Other Duties
​​Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.​ 
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to work respectfully and courteously with a wide variety of individuals, including individuals with disabilities. A valid Michigan Driver’s License with less than six points. 
Travel 
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected. 
Physical Demands of the Job 
​​​Sedentary work. No more than 10 pounds and occasionally lifting or carrying small items.​ 
​​While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment.​​ 
EEO Statement 
​​HGA Support Services is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversifying its workforce. It is HGA Support Services’ policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, military status, citizenship status or any other status that is protected by law. HGA Support Services also does not discriminate against applicants or employees because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 
​At HGA Support Services, we believe that every employee, through their diverse abilities and experiences, can contribute to our growth, consumers, and the community we serve. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability, and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, call HGA Support Services at (231) 728-3501. We will be happy to assist you. We will only share your accommodation request with those individuals who have a specific need to know. The request for an accommodation will not affect HGA Support Services’ hiring decisions. All other submissions should be performed online. ​ 
Company Statement
​​All employees are required to uphold the values of HGA Support Services, Inc. All employees are required to comply with the policies, procedures, and safety program of HGA Support Services. All employees are required to uphold standards for CARF. Employees are required to follow all state and federal laws and regulations, including but not limited to those related to recipient rights, confidentiality, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).​ 
Acknowledgements 
​​I have read and received a copy of the attached job description. I understand the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position and that these are the criteria against which I will be evaluated.​