Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with HR leadership.

This position plays a key role in payroll, recruitment, employee education & training, employee records, investigations & complaint procedures, and other HR-related activities in both English and Spanish to ensure the smooth and effective operation of the HR department and the overall success of the organization.

This position requires proficiency in both languages to effectively communicate with a diverse workforce and address the HR needs of the organization.

 

Essential Functions

 

Job duties may change over time and additional job functions may become essential.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


* Set up job postings, candidate sourcing, scheduling interviews, and conducting pre-employment screenings.


* Coordinate and conduct employee onboarding, HR orientation, training, and other HR tasks.


* Work with HR leadership on write-ups and administering disciplinary actions, such as documented verbal warnings, written reprimands, suspensions, or terminations.


* Address employee inquiries and concerns and guide HR policies and procedures.


* Assist in employee benefits enrollment, changes, and inquiries.



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+ Maintain records, files, documents, and reports for Human Resources.



* Communicate and explain organizational policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations as needed.


* Assist in employee training programs or workshops.


* Work with the HR manager to field employee complaints, conduct investigations, and provide recommendations for disciplinary actions and ameliorate any problems identified by the investigation.


* Address employee issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.


* Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions and helping resolve work-related problems.


* Participate in employee retention activities.


* Develop methods to monitor and improve employee retention.


* Advise and guide Supervision on legal or regulatory compliance matters.

 

Expected Areas of Competence (KSAs)


* Demonstrated ability to work without close supervision, produce quality work and handle periodic special projects independently, while maintaining focus and sense of urgency in an environment with frequent interruptions and a high level of varied activity.


* Strong working knowledge of HR processes and procedures is preferred.


* Demonstrated ability to perform work with accuracy and have a proven work history of precision and accuracy.


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish and the ability to effectively work with others.


* Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work within mandatory time frames.


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