Job Description: HR Generalist
Salary: $75,000 plus annually; DOE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Manager / Director of Human Resources
Position Summary
The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting a broad range of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, payroll support, performance management, and HR compliance. This individual serves as a resource for employees and managers while helping maintain a positive, productive, and compliant workplace.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Recruitment and Onboarding
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Coordinate job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and hiring processes.
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Support hiring managers throughout recruitment and selection.
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Facilitate new-hire onboarding, orientation, background checks, and employment documentation.
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Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files.
Employee Relations
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Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies and procedures.
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Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, and corrective action documentation.
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Provide guidance to managers on performance management and policy interpretation.
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Support employee engagement and retention initiatives.
Benefits and Payroll Administration
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Assist with benefits enrollment, open enrollment, and employee benefit inquiries.
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Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate employee information and payroll changes.
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Support leave administration, workers’ compensation claims, and return-to-work coordination.
HR Compliance and Administration
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Maintain compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.
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Maintain employee files, I-9 documentation, and required HR records.
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Assist with employee handbook updates, HR policies, and procedures.
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Support HR audits, reporting, and regulatory documentation.
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Maintain confidentiality of employee information.
Performance Management and HR Systems
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Coordinate performance reviews and employee evaluations.
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Assist with training and professional development initiatives.
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Maintain accurate employee information in HRIS and other HR systems.
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Prepare reports related to headcount, turnover, recruitment, and other workforce metrics.
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Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and efficiency.
Qualifications
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2–5 years of human resources experience in a generalist or similar role.
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
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Working knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and best practices.
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Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office.
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Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
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PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
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Experience with employee relations, benefits administration, payroll coordination, and HR compliance.
Compensation
“For eligible employees, we offer medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan.”
Equal Employment Opportunity
The company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions in accordance with applicable laws.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
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