Human Resources Generalist

Overview

THIS POSITION IS HYBRID
. Must report to the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and as needed, upon request.

• Lead full-cycle recruitment and design engaging onboarding experiences
• Administer competitive benefits and support compensation strategy
• Partner with leaders on performance management, employee relations, and development
• Champion DEI practices across the organization
• Drive strategic HR communications and support cross-functional initiatives
• Leverage HRIS data to inform decisions and support workforce planning
• Optimize processes—including using AI—to elevate efficiency and employee satisfaction

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of HR experience (PHR/SHRM CP preferred)
• Strong knowledge of HR disciplines, employment law, and HR best practices
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship building skills
• Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment with professionalism, discretion, and empathy
• A forward-thinking mindset and passion for delivering people-centered solutions

If you’re ready to grow, lead, and help create an outstanding workplace experience, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us build the future of HR at MERS!

Directs end-to-end recruitment processes for exempt, non-exempt, temporary, and internship roles. Develops talent strategies, drafts job postings, facilitates structured interview processes, collaborates with hiring managers on selection decisions, and ensures compliance with pre-employment protocols. Facilitates the creation of comprehensive onboarding programs that enhance new hire engagement, promote cultural assimilation. Oversees orientation initiatives to ensure consistent and impactful employee experiences.

Manages the full spectrum of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, paid time off, leaves of absence, and employee assistance programs. Ensures benefit offerings are competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with employee needs and organizational strategy.

Supports the design and administration of compensation structures, including base salary, variable pay, incentive programs, and recognition initiatives. Ensures alignment with market benchmarks, internal equity, and organizational performance objectives.

Assists in the design and deployment of learning and development initiatives that foster employee growth and organizational capability. Collaborates with leadership on engagement strategies that enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and workplace culture.

Provides guidance to managers on performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, evaluations, and disciplinary actions. Facilitates resolution of employee relations issues through coaching, conflict mediation, and policy interpretation.

Champions DEI initiatives by translating goals into actionable programs and resources. Promotes inclusive practices across all HR functions and supports the development of a diverse and equitable workplace.

Through collaboration, develops and disseminates HR communications and resources across multiple platforms and formats. Ensures accessibility and clarity of information for employees at all organizational levels.

Contributes to creating, aligning, and executing departmental goals, operational strategies, and budget planning processes to ensure alignment with broader organizational objectives and HR best practices.

Leads and actively participates in MERS-wide cross-functional initiatives, driving project outcomes through collaboration and change management.

Oversees the integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality of HRIS data. Leverages system capabilities to generate actionable insights and reports that inform strategic decision-making and workforce planning.