Senior Human Resources Generalist

Salary: $60,000.00 - $70,100.00 Annually
Location : Lancaster, SC
Job Type: FULL TIME
Department: Human Resources/Marketing & Communications
Opening Date: 12/09/2025

Description

Performs a variety of complex, technical and professional human resources work to support HR processes and department-specific strategies; that include but are not limited to, benefits administration, employee relations, training and development, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation and compliance, recruitment and talent management, and employment law compliance; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general direction of the Human Resources Director.
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Examples of Duties

Maintenance of strict confidentiality and security of records including specialized human resources systems, computer software and filing systems.
Ensure data integrity of the human resources information system (HRIS) through accurate entries, frequent audits and analysis of best practices, procedures and functional efficiencies.
Assists with annual budget preparation for anticipated expenditures related to salaries and benefits.
Performs special projects and research on topics related to the department.
Promotes Human Resources process standardization and process improvement while serving as a key partner to the Human Resources Director in determining employee development needs.
Ability to provide overall guidance. Continue to maintain payroll and health programs. Coordinate, prepare and maintain personnel files and records. Assist with Workers' Compensation and Safety & Risk programs.
Ability to professionally perform at a high-level using discretion and effective communication skills as it pertains to employee and leadership interactions.
Collaborate with Human Resources Director on employee relations issues.
Interprets and administers leave of absence programs and ADA accomodations, including FMLA, Paid Parental Leave, Military Leave and Unpaid Leave in accordance with County policy and state and federal law.
Maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations and provides recommendations for new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve the efficiency of HR services.
Understands and has in-depth knowledge of employee benefits programs.
Assists in the administration of performance reviews. Coordinates with departments to ensure timely completion and processing of performance reviews.
Oversee, coordinate and manage employee separations and applicable offboarding tasks to include exit interviews.
Create and distribute human resources related material for benefit programs and happenings countywide, specifically to the human resources department.
Analyzes functions of software programs and current processes; troubleshoot system issues, discrepancies, or inefficiencies; evaluate needs and make recommendations on system improvements or necessary modifications; evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to employee service experience.
Assists in development, review and revision of job descriptions; incorporate feedback from department management regarding essential job responsibilities and qualifications from various positions.
Initiates, maintains and updates employee files and other relevant information in HR systems and internal trackers.
Develop and maintain employee recognition program.
Oversee personnel records and disposal in accordance with state and local regulations.
Supports the execution of department activities in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations. Inform and counsels leadership on employee trends and current developments in human resources, as appropriate.
Typical Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, public administration, or related field and 6 plus years of experience in public human resources environment or related field.
Professional Human Resources (PHR) Certification or Society of Human Resources Certification (SHRM-CP), preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• State of South Carolina Blue Cross Blue Shield Health & Dental Insurance
• Eyemed Vision Insurance
• SC State Retirement /Or PORS Retirement System for eligible Public Safety positions
• Long Term Disability
• Family Medical Leave
• Paid Annual Leave and Sick Time (accrued bi-weekly)
• Bi-weekly Pay Schedule
• On-site Health Clinic
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Discount YMCA Membership
• Lunch & Learn Programs
• Optional 401k and Deferred Comp Plans
• Optional Short Term Disability (Colonial Life)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

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