HR Generalist

Salary: USD
28 - USD
35 per hour

Job Title: HR Generalist

We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive HR Generalist to support a wide range of human resources functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, and HR policy implementation. The ideal candidate will be a trusted resource for employees and management, helping foster a positive work environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations matters and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Support full-cycle recruitment efforts, including posting positions, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and coordinating hiring activities.
• Administer employee benefits programs and assist employees with benefit-related questions.
• Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy within HRIS and personnel systems.
• Assist with performance management processes, including evaluations, coaching, and development planning.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist with leave of absence administration, accommodations, and workers' compensation processes.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and documentation as needed.
• Participate in policy development, implementation, and communication.
• Support organizational changes, workforce planning, and special HR projects.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of Human Resources experience.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, and benefits administration.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Experience supporting HR functions in a multi-site or growing organization.
• Familiarity with payroll processing and leave management.
• Experience with HRIS platforms such as ADP, UKG, Workday, Paycom, or similar systems.
• Employee Relations
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving
• Compliance Knowledge
• Time Management
• Customer Service

• Frequent interaction with employees, managers, and external vendors.
• May require occasional travel, depending on business needs.