Human Resources Generalist

Established in 1964 in Omaha, Nebraska, our family‑owned financial institution's vision is to be the best in class in meeting the evolving financial needs of our customers. Our extensive history and family‑owned legacy give us a deep and genuine understanding of how to serve and treat our customers. We offer a holistic financial approach with solutions for personal, business and wealth in three markets:
Iowa, Nebraska and Texas.

As a community bank, we value long‑term partnerships built on trust and integrity. As an employer, we take pride in building meaningful relationships and celebrating the unique differences that define each team member; it's what makes us a stronger unit. It's one of the many reasons why creating a strong culture of empowerment, support, and opportunity is an ongoing focus.

This role provides essential support across core HR operations, including benefits administration, FMLA/ADAAA leave management, HRIS data accuracy, payroll reporting, and new‑hire onboarding. The position serves as a key resource for employees and managers, ensuring accurate information, timely processing, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience.

• Maintains a thorough and current understanding of all benefit programs, plan provisions, and applicable regulations.
• Assists employees with benefit‑related questions and concerns to ensure timely and accurate resolutions.
• Provides first‑level support for eligibility, coverage, system setup, and reporting inquiries.
• Interfaces with benefit vendors to resolve enrollment issues,  requests, claims concerns, and billing discrepancies.
• Coordinates the annual open enrollment process, including vendor coordination, HRIS setup, preparation and distribution of communication materials, scheduling and supporting enrollment meetings, and processing employee changes within required deadlines.
• Monitors enrollment deadlines and ensures compliance with internal and vendor timelines.
• Audits, reconciles, processes, and compiles monthly benefit invoices; allocates premiums by general ledger codes and submits completed invoices and reports to Accounting for payment and money movement.
• Coordinates and communicates wellness initiatives, including events, activities, and vaccination clinics.
• Manages online COBRA enrollments to ensure compliance and timely processing.
• Assists with coordinating, tracking, and administering the annual United Way drive.

• Administers the full FMLA leave process from initial employee notice through return‑to‑work, ensuring all required documentation is gathered, completed, and submitted within established deadlines.
• Determines leave eligibility, designates qualifying FMLA leave, and requests/monitors medical certifications as needed.
• Enters and maintains all leave records in FMLA tracking systems and provides regular reporting to HR Leadership.
• Coordinates Workers’ Compensation reporting and documentation.
• Offers guidance and transactional support to employees and managers regarding complex leave situations or medical accommodation needs.
• Analyzes accommodation requests and recommends solutions to HR Leadership; partners with business leaders to implement approved accommodations in accordance with federal and state regulations.

• Maintains accuracy of HRIS data through timely entry, second‑level review, and correction of inconsistencies per established procedures.
• Creates and pulls HRIS reports as requested by leadership or HR partners.
• Serves as backup for the Employee and Status Change Form processes for new hires, terminations, and transfers, including necessary follow‑up.
• Responds to, initiates, and manages unemployment claims.
• Conducts second‑level review of the I‑9 process and ensures compliance with E‑Verify requirements and annual audits.
• Develops subject matter expertise in HRIS systems and modules to support ongoing HR operations.
• Generates and reviews a variety of HR reports

• Coordinates and facilitates day‑one onboarding activities, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for…