Human Resource Generalist
Listed on 2026-10-17
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HR/Recruitment
Recruiter / Talent Acquisition, HR Generalist / Talent Management, Business Internship, HRIS Specialist
Location: Town of Cottage Grove
HR Generalist I
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Are you looking to build a rewarding career in Human Resources while making a meaningful impact on the employee experience? We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented HR Generalist I to join our Human Resources team.
In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience across multiple HR disciplines, with a primary focus on recruiting and talent acquisition. You'll play a key role in attracting top talent, supporting new hire onboarding, and helping create a positive workplace culture from a candidate's first interaction through their employee journey.
The ideal candidate is organized, customer-focused, eager to learn, and passionate about helping people succeed.
Talent Acquisition & Recruiting (60-70%)As the primary coordinator of the recruitment process, you'll help ensure an exceptional candidate experience while supporting hiring managers in finding top talent.
- Coordinate the full-cycle recruitment process for hourly and salaried positions.
- Post and manage job openings across company career sites, job boards, and social media platforms.
- Review applications and conduct initial candidate screens based on established hiring criteria.
- Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates, hiring managers, and interview teams.
- Maintain accurate candidate and recruitment records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Prepare offer letters and coordinate pre-employment activities, including background checks, drug screenings, and employment verification.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Participate in job fairs, community outreach events, and other recruiting initiatives.
- Assist with candidate sourcing efforts and employee referral program administration.
- Help promote our employer brand and support talent attraction strategies.
You'll also support key HR processes that contribute to an engaging and positive employee experience.
- Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation activities.
- Maintain personnel files and HRIS records in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Respond to routine employee inquiries and partner with HR team members to address more complex issues.
- Assist with benefits administration and employee communications.
- Process employment-related changes, including promotions, transfers, status changes, and separations.
- Support employee recognition programs, engagement initiatives, and company events.
- Generate reports and maintain accurate HR records and documentation.
- Assist with compliance efforts related to federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within Human Resources.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- 0-2 years of experience in human resources, recruiting, administration, customer service, or a related field.
- Internship or prior HR experience is a plus.
- Interest in pursuing professional HR certifications such as SHRM-CP or PHR is encouraged.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
- Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems preferred.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
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