HR Generalist I

The Human Resources Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resources (HRD) department including hiring and interviewing staff, managing on-and off-boarding, supporting employee relations investigations, administering benefits and leave, and enforcing County policies and practices.

• Primary contact for assigned departments.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition 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 new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Provides personnel policy and procedure guidance to employees and management.
• Coordinate open enrollments, changes, and training for employee benefits programs.
• Respond to human resources-related inquiries.
• Assist with payroll processing.
• Create and distribute internal communications regarding status changes, benefits, or company policies.
• Administer new employee onboarding and orientation.
• Develop and maintain talent management processes.
• Monitor employee morale and company culture.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources team to develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Identify future staffing needs.
• Process complaints regarding sexual harassment, discrimination, or other instances of workplace harassment and assist in any necessary investigations and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain employee personnel records.
• Conduct reference and background checks.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate employee records, including staff files, HRIS data, and other HR documentation.
• Administer leave programs, keeping on top of paperwork, and complying with all government regulations.
• Handle queries and administration tasks related to employee benefits and perks, including healthcare, pensions, retirement plans, and vacation time.
• Arrange seminars, workshops, additional HR training, and conferences based on each department’s needs.
• Conduct and analyze exit interviews and make actionable recommendations based on data.

• Minimum of four (4) years of professional-level HR experience with emphasis in functional area.
• A Master’s degree in Human Resources Administration, business administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
• Must have at least four (4) years of experience in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and integrated business software packages.
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office products with emphasis in Word, Excel and PowerPoint useful.
• Applicable HR Professional Certification preferred.
• Compensation Minimum: $56,697.75

Richland County is an equal opportunity employer.