The Sr. Human Resources Generalist (SHRG) contributes to the successful accomplishments of Human Resources practices and objectives providing high performance and displaying and contributing to a culture that emphasizes quality, efficiencies, productivity, high standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce. The SHRG is responsible for onboarding/offboarding, payroll, benefits, compliance, LOAs, and managing and enforcing company policies and practices. The SHRG reports to the VP of People and Culture and works collaboratively with the HR Coordinator (HRC), and Sr. Talent Acquisition Business Partner (STABP), contributing to the synergy of the team.
Role & Responsibilities:
Reviews, maintains, and tracks compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, training, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. This may include harassment prevention training and staff certifications.
Process and manage multi-state payroll, solving pay-related questions from staff and collaborating with Finance and Accounting
Responsible for managing, reconciling, and maintaining all employee benefits, partnering with Finance and Accounting.
Manages, maintains, and conducts new hire orientation
Performs new hire onboarding and employee offboarding and all duties associated with both processes
Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
Manages employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
Maintains Workers Compensation claims and audit
Professional, timely, and well-written directed staff communication organization-wide
Manage personnel files and the HR filing system according to legal guidelines and requested direction
Participates in developing department goals, objectives, workflows, and system implementation that will support, create, and drive operational excellence for the HR Team.
Assists with the tracking of departmental and organizational measurements that support the accomplishment of the organization's strategic goals
Support their team, meaning the HRC and STABP functions when on RTO
Managing the HR function when VPPC is out on RTO
Maintains the HRIS database and generates scheduled & requested reports to assist VP of People and Culture
Assist with and perform additional duties as assigned, trained, and qualified to do, based on the assessment by the VP of People and Culture
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Human Resources or PHR preferred, and a minimum of 8 years related HR Generalist experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to keep pace in a fast-paced and effectively prioritize tasks
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Understanding and holding appropriate boundaries for the HR function within the organization
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Work Environment:
The noise level and climate in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the roles and responsibilities of this position.
Compensation:
It may vary based on skills, experience and qualifications