Human Resources Generalist

Job Summary

The Human Resources Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) Department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

The Human Resources Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) Department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

• May oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of volunteer staff in the organization.
• May assist with constructive and timely performance interactions.

• Establishes a positive relationship with staff, clients, vendors, and funding agencies, ensuring the A New Leaf, Inc. Human Resources Department is always friendly and welcoming.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition and recruitment programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• 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 innovative technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Maintains human resource information systems, ensuring data is correct and working within the entire system to ensure effective use.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to benefit the mission of the organization.

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license, including dependable vehicle/transportation to and from work, and automobile insurance coverage, to ensure you are eligible to operate company vehicles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 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 organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Work flexible schedule based on the those served by and the needs of A New Leaf, Inc., including but not limited to working scheduled evenings or weekends based on the department/event need.
• Expressed desire to work with and a positive attitude when working with people with developmental disabilities and autism.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to thrive and be productive equally in a team oriented or autonomous environment.
• Ability to clearly exemplify A New Leaf, Inc.’s Core Values of Client-Centered/Customer-Focused;
  Professionalism;
  Innovation; and Collaboration.

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• At least one year of human resource management experience.
• SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management) certification a plus.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Bending, stooping, and lifting a minimum of 30lbs.