HR Generalist

This position will handle communities located Middleton, Watertown, and Oconomowoc. This position will be a back-up and support our other communities located in De Pere, Fond du Lac, Lake Geneva, Racine, Hartford, and Mequon.

The Human Resource Generalist aids with and facilitates the human resource processes at all business locations. This position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES** include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Conducts regular or weekly meetings with respective locations.
- Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
- Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR department to develop solutions, programs and policies.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
- Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
- Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
- Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
- Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
- Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
- Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.
- Assists with processing of terminations.
- Assists with the preparation of the performance review process.
- Assists with recruitment and interview process.
- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Serves as a backup to process payroll.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE**
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- At least three years of human resource experience preferred.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification a plus.

**Benefits**:

- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

- What are your salary expectations?

**Experience**:

- Human resources: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: On the road