HR Generalist

Averill Hospitalit y is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join our team.

Manages daily administrative duties for the Human Resources department. Acts as a key contact for employees and management on benefits, payroll, onboarding, polices and compliance.

• Assist with all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests
• Assist payroll specialist with payroll, PTO approvals, entering pay rate changes, position changes, new hires, and terms into systems
• Onboard employees, background checks, new hire paperwork, handbook policies, and orientation
• Maintaining records of personnel-related data in both paper and the database and ensure all employment requirements are met
• Process employee room requests
• Fill out unemployment forms and employment verifications
• Liaise with other departments or functions (payroll, benefits, training etc.)
• Coordinating open enrollment for internal benefits, acting as a liaison between employees and insurance providers. Resolving benefits-related problems, administering benefits plans, including mid-year enrollments, changes, and terminations
• Upholds company policies by participating and leading disciplinary action, disputes and investigations
• Processing Workman’s Compensation claims and OSHA reporting
• Assist HR Coordinator with J1 processes and procedures
• Help track employee training
• Attend appropriate meetings at all Whitefish properties
• Attend local career fairs
• Active member of the CORE Committee to engage Team, Guest and Community
• Assist in employee relations activities, recognition, and morale

• Effective HR administration and people management skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate and cooperate with other departments
• Strong ability in using HRIS systems and MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
• Demonstrates the ability to perform effectively in high-stress environments, adapt quickly to unexpected changes, and manage demanding workloads while maintaining composure, focus, and professionalism.

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the Director of Human Resource based upon the requirements of the company.

• Participate in industry organizations
• Maintain an open line of communication between guests, employees, and management
• Assist in any other duties as needed. This position may be required to perform other additional duties assigned by the Director of Human Resource

High School graduate or equivalent required. College degree or certification is preferred with emphasis in Human Resources.

• 3-4 years’ experience in Human Resources.
• PHR or SHRM Certification

Averill Hospitality offers part and full time, year-round employment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, insurance, and company discounts in Whitefish, Montana's premier leisure and outdoor activity destination.

Averill Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.