HR Generalist

About the role

The HR Generalist supports the Human Resources function, focusing on employee relations, performance management, and workplace investigations. Responsibilities include managing the employee lifecycle, compliance with employment laws, and HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for managers and employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.
• Coach leaders through employee performance, engagement, and corrective action processes.
• Absorb and document performance documentation.
• Conduct workplace investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Foster a positive employee experience through consistent communication and support.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Prepare employment documentation including offer letters, employment changes, and separations.
• Support new hire onboarding and orientation.
• Support workforce planning recruitment initiatives.
• Aid employees with benefit enrollment and questions.
• Administer leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation.
• Collaborate with benefit vendors and payroll department as needed.
• Assist with training and development programs.
• Participate in HR projects focused on process improvement and organizational effectiveness.
• Maintain HR metrics and prepare reports for leadership.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting employee relations and performance management.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and troubleshooting.
• Prior experience in the government contracting support services delivery preferred.
• Experience in a multi-location organization.
• Experience supporting exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Adaptable and resourceful in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor with excellent people skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and compliance.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an Accredited College or University in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or related discipline.
• An additional 3 years of progressive HR experience and HRCI or SHRM certification will be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Three to Five (3-5) years HR experience.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred.