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We are seeking an experienced Benefits and HR Generalist to manage the day-to-day administration of our company's benefit programs. This role is crucial in maintaining benefit documentation, ensuring compliance with Federal and State laws, and providing hands-on support in HR areas such as recruiting, employee relations, onboarding, training, and compliance.

• Benefits Administration: Oversee benefit documents, communicate benefit information to employees, and ensure compliance with relevant Federal and State laws (e.g., ERISA, COBRA, ADA).
• New Hire Orientation: Provide new hires with benefits information, conduct benefit orientations, and assist with enrollment procedures.
• Employee & Vendor Communication: Act as the main point of contact for employees and vendors, resolving benefits issues, answering questions, and providing guidance.
• Recruitment Coordination: Manage the recruiting process, including creating job ads, managing online postings/ATS, scheduling interviews, administering assessments, extending offers, and preparing new hire paperwork.
• Employee Relations: Provide employee relations support to both employees and managers, including conflict resolution and HR advice.
• HR Budget Support: Assist the HR Manager in managing the departmental budget and conducting annual compensation studies with outside consultants.
• Leave Management: Track and manage employee leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with relevant policies.
• Training & Development: Develop and deliver HR training programs on topics such as open enrollment, performance evaluations, and HR best practices.
• 401K & Benefits Administration: Assist with the administration of 401K plans and benefits enrollment.
• HR Reporting: Generate HR reports as needed, supporting key business and compliance initiatives.
• Compliance: Maintain knowledge of employment law and ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations; assist in continuous improvement of HR processes and policies.
• HR Improvement Initiatives: Participate in initiatives to improve HR functions, metrics, and outcomes across the organization.
• Confidentiality & File Management: Maintain confidentiality and ensure the accuracy of HR files and records.

• HR Experience: Proven experience as an HR Generalist, with a strong background in benefits administration and employee relations.
• Knowledge of HR Policies: Solid understanding of HR policies and employment laws, including ERISA, COBRA, ADA, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong aptitude for analyzing HR processes, data, and trends to identify solutions and improvements.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across teams.
• Bilingual: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Technology Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HRIS software.
• Customer Service Skills: Ability to deliver excellent customer service and maintain confidentiality in all HR matters.
• Professionalism: Strong work ethic, integrity, and desire to take initiative in solving problems.

• Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of experience in an HR Generalist role and at least 5 years of benefits administration experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Certifications: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is preferred.
• Industry Experience: Experience in the construction or related industries is a plus.

• Retirement Benefits: Participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after one year of service, with annual company contributions typically ranging from 10% to 15% of your salary.
• 401K Plan: Available to all non-union employees.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, as well as supplemental health options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO and Holiday Pay.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
• Training and Development: On-the-job training and support provided for continuous professional development.
• Industry Leadership: Work for a respected leader in multiple disciplines and markets.

• Regularly required to use hands to operate office equipment, and frequently required to stand, walk, and communicate verbally.
• Must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.