HR Generalist

About the role

Execute human resources functions at Feed My Starving Children (FMSC). Serve as a key management partner and a valuable employee resource. Work location: IL (Aurora, Libertyville, Schaumburg) or Minnesota (Eagan, Chanhassen, Coon Rapids). Position will have flexible/hybrid work schedule that allows for both office and remote work, though some locations may be fully remote dependent on space availability. Reports to HR Manager.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management on supporting employees.
• Coach on workplace policies/procedures compliance, employee wellness, performance management, discipline, legal compliance, growth strategies, and other best practices.
• Maintain strong management partnerships
• Manage staffing for assigned vacancies: partner with hiring managers, write job descriptions, review applications, coordinate and conduct interviews, and negotiate employment offers
• Administer new hire onboarding, job changes, and separations. Conduct entrance and exit interviews
• Review leaves of absence and workplace accommodation requests. Communicate procedural steps and requirements. Ensure accountability to timelines and agreements. Maintain documentation and uphold legal compliance. Collaborate with Safety personnel on workers’ comp cases
• In partnership with HR Manager, investigate, address, and monitor employee relations situations. Coach management on change management and conflict resolution, write scripts and communications, facilitate disciplinary actions, and use influence to guide teams back to a high-functioning state
• Anticipate employee information needs. Communicate tactfully, safeguard confidentiality, and promote a healthy employee culture through positive, professional interactions
• Keep abreast of employment law changes and labor-related trends, best practices, and developments. Attend trainings to maintain industry knowledge
• Develop, facilitate, and/or participate in HR programs and initiatives. Subjects include employee engagement, internal equity, compensation, compliance, harassment prevention, supervisor training, performance management, quarterly performance cycles, merit review process, and more
• Maintain detailed and complete