Human Resources Generalist

Job Details

Job Location
SAN BERNARDINO MAIN CAMPUS - SAN BERNARDINO, CA

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
4 Year Degree

Salary Range
$28.00 - $39.00 Salary

Travel Percentage
Negligible

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Human Resources

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist provides support and direction in application of Human Resources policies andprocedures in a consistent, fair, and legal manner. Performs routine tasks required to administer and executehuman resource programs including but not limited to leaves of absence; disciplinary matters; disputes andinvestigations; performance and talent management; recognition and morale; occupational health and safety; andtraining and development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and management, referring more complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
2. Investigate, review and document employee complaints, including claims of discrimination and harassment.
3. Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations. Review and assess corrective action and termination requests. Ensure proper documentation is provided and processed appropriately.
4. Administer and maintain Leaves of Absence, the transitional work program, and accommodation process per company, state and federal guidelines.
5. Manage workers' compensation claims including regular communication with injured employee, industrial clinic medical personnel, management staff, and insurance claims adjusters to ensure effective monitoring and handling of claims.
6. Respond to unemployment insurance claim inquiries and attend hearings as necessary.
7. Provide pro-active planning, day-to-day solutions and HR guidance to managerial and non-managerial staff members, keeping within the scope of laws, regulations and policies.
8. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
9. Conduct or acquire background checks and employee/volunteer eligibility verifications and manage proper communications/responses when background checks are questionable
10. Provide support as needed in staff recruitment process.
11. Provide support as needed in benefits administration.
12. Provide support in other administrative duties, such as data collection, HRM data entry, report writing, employee badges, employee files and filing, etc.
13. Conduct employee training programs including but not limited to New Hire Orientation, harassment prevention, leadership development, etc.
14. Perform audit and compliance functions as requested.
15. Administer and track employee licenses and certifications via Paycom and hard copies as needed.
16. Run monthly reports from Paycom such as Activity Report, New Hires, Terminations, Employee Contact Information, etc.
17. Other duties as assigned.

CUSTOMER INTERACTION/PROBLEM-SOLVING

Must maintain a high standard for conscientious, courteous, and enthusiastic service to internal and external customers, and the public in general. Must make customer's needs a high priority in face-to-face or telephone contact. Must consistently deliver service in a timely, accurate, professional, and friendly manner. Demonstrates a high level of problem-solving skills.

COMPLEXITY

Work mostly includes various duties involving different and unrelated processes and methods. Decisions on what needs to be done frequently require analysis of the subject in each assignment, and chosen course of action may be selected from several alternatives. Work involves conditions and elements that must be analyzed to identify interrelationships. Work may often include varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods such as those relating to aspects of administrative or professional fields. Decisions by the employee as to what needs to be done include assessment of unusual circumstances, variations in approach, and incomplete or conflicting data.

NATURE AND EXTENT OF SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

Overall, objectives and resource allocations are determined by the Supervisor, providing broad administrative direction, with assignments given in terms of broadly defined missions or functions. Employee plans, designs and carries out programs, projects, studies, or other work independently. Results are considered technically sound by virtue of the employee's expertise, and are generally accepted with review only for conformity to objectives, contribution to program goals, or advancement of technological understanding.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, each essential duty (as identified above) must be performed satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
1. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage complex tasks.
2. Ability to work effectively and efficiently to meet required deadlines.
3. Demonstrated analytical problem solving and decision-making skills.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Ability to apply discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
6. Knowledge of data gathering and analysis.
7. Intermediate computer skills.
8. Strong initiative and solid judgment abilities and skills.
9. Ability to perform duties in a legal, fair, and consistent manner in accordance with company policies and procedures and Federal and State laws.
10. Ability to demonstrate leadership.
11. Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
12. Excellent ability to multi-task and change direction as priorities change.
13. Ability to act honestly and with integrity showing respect for laws, the rights of others, and LifeStream's mission and value statements.
14. Knowledge of personnel management practices, labor laws, and job analysis.
15. Understanding of California wage and hour laws.
16. Knowledge of HRM system(s).

EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE
Minimum three years' experience as a Human Resources Generalist is required with strong emphasis in employee relations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, ETC.

Valid driver's license is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Refer to ADA checklist attached for physical demands.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical non-standard conditions with moderate risks and driving.

LifeStream is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

LifeStream will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Accomodations@Lstream.org or call 909-386-6875 to let us know the nature of your request. A representative will respond to accommodation requests within two business days. Please note that this email/phone number is for medical/disability accommodations only and any other inquiries will not receive a response.

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Our organization participates in E-Verify, for more information click here.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test in accordance with LifeStream's established guidelines.

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