HR Generalist

SUMMARY:

Primary function is to support and administer HR processes and programs applying all HR policies and company guidelines, ensuring the organization is in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This position reports to the HR Manager and works closely with other HR Team members.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.

• Administers various human resources plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in development and implementation of employee policies and procedures.

• Conduct new hire orientations. Coordinates and plans schedule for incumbents and participating stakeholders in the onboarding process.

• Maintain and update New Hire Orientation program content.

• Processes employee terminations through HRIS and communicates with other stakeholders to ensure Exit procedures have been completed.

• Conduct exit interviews: analyze feedback and prepare data for management review.

• Assists with Benefits open enrollment and administration for Womack Group.

• Processes employee life events for benefits updates and answers benefits questions.

• Answers general 401(k) plan questions to internal customers and troubleshoots service issues.

• Create, maintain, and update job descriptions ensuring they are current. Works with Recruiter and hiring manager to update a job description when there is an opening.

• Produces Leave of Absence paperwork and manages STD Claims process.

• Files Workers Compensation claims.

• Manage and respond to Unemployment claims.

• Prepare, either directly or through others, periodic external compliance reports.

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

• Administer drug testing as applicable.

• Other duties may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, skills and/or abilities required. An individual must meet the minimum requirements as listed in each Qualifications subsection.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, human resources, or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 to 7 years in Human Resources Generalist role.

• Prior Onboarding experience

• Benefits Administration 5 years experience.

• HR administration experience supporting a diverse workforce across multiple states.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Solid conflict management skills.

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.

• Proficient skills in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

• Develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results.

• Manage multiple conflicting priorities.

• Be flexible and available to interact with employees at all levels.

• Be self-directed and motivated.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the primary duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to general office environment. Position is onsite M-F with office hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Work outside normal business hours is required from time to time