HR Generalist

Goals & Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on time for all employees
• Maintain payroll records, manage quarterly/annual tax filings, and ensure compliance with wage and hour laws
• Administer and reconcile employee benefits programs and billing
• Lead benefits enrollment and manage leave programs, including FMLA
• Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries, providing excellent support
• Support full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, sourcing, interviewing, and offers
• Partner with managers on staffing strategies and employer branding initiatives
• Cook up onboarding and new hire orientation programs
• Maintain HRIS accuracy and employee records
• Aid with programs that enhance retention, engagement, and organizational culture

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of three years’ HR experience as a coordinator, generalist or in a similar capacity
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing and benefits administration strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service approach
• Ability to work with sensitive information confidentially and professionally
• Proficiency in HRIS/payroll systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR preferred

About Us

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm founded in 1946. We empower clients and employee owners to thrive through exceptional planning, design, and construction management services. Our team of engineers, environmental scientists, and technology experts work collaboratively with our family of firms, Axiom Consultants and Outland Design, to tackle engineering challenges across various sectors including government, agriculture, and real estate. We are committed to making communities possible and are consistently recognized as a “Top Workplace” by the Journal Sentinel.

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Performance bonuses
• Extra hours bonuses
• Flexible working hours
• Generous personal time off and holiday programs
• Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement

About the Role

We are seeking an organized and versatile HR professional who enjoys balancing multiple aspects of human resources, from payroll and benefits to recruitment and employee engagement. Your contributions will make a meaningful impact on our people and culture. In this role, you’ll handle a broad range of HR responsibilities, from ensuring accurate payroll and benefit programs to engaging with employees and supporting new talent onboarding. As part of our employee-owned culture, you’ll play an integral part in maintaining a positive and collaborative workplace.