Human Resources Generalist - Employee Relations Exp

Job Description

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Job Description for Human Resources Generalist:

As Human Resources Generalist, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resource practices and processes. You will play a critical role in managing our most valuable asset - our employees.

Key responsibilities include:

handling employee relations, addressing grievances, and mediating workplace conflicts to maintain a positive work environment. You will develop and oversee employee benefits and programs, coordinate training and development initiatives, and manage performance appraisal systems.

• Handle employee grievances, conflicts, and disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Provide guidance to managers & employees on performance-related matters, including coaching and performance improvement strategies.
• Foster a positive, productive and supportive work culture, to enhance employee satisfaction and drive organizational success.
• Develop an HRIS system.
• Develop, implement and monitor overall HR policies, strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization.
• Re‑assess benefits, research, secure, administer and roll out new benefits to include health insurance, life insurance and 401K plans.
• Must be knowledgeable with FMLA and Workers Compensation.
• Create learning and development programs that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues.
• Assist with the recruitment and selection process.
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital.
• Analyze trends in compensation and benefits; research and propose competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Assess, implement and monitor training programs.
• Conduct research on employee satisfaction and respond accordingly to the results.
• Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Oversee employee disciplinary meetings and investigations.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Proven 3 years of HR management or other HR experience
• SHRM Certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• People oriented and results driven
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Excellent presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off/Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development & advancement
• Annual performance bonus

Full-time

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year - depending upon experience

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends