Human Resources Generalist

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Administer the recruitment process for non-exempt and/or exempt positions
• Coordinate requisitions, internal and external job postings, applicant/candidate correspondence, interview schedules, job descriptions, references, offer letters, drug screens and background checks, requisition closeout, and new employee set-up and on-boarding
• Work with hiring managers to recruit and select candidates
• Review resumes, design competency-based interview questions, conduct phone screens, and assist with in-person interviews
• Coach managers on the interview process
• Manage the onboarding process to ensure new employees have an excellent experience of the organization and are set up for short- and long-term success
• Process payroll for employees
• Understand and apply wage and labor laws to payroll
• Maintain payroll records and respond to payroll-related inquiries
• Provide employee records administrative support
• Process employee status change transactions
• Aid in preparing the required EEO/AAP reporting documents
• Generate and/or produce scheduled and ad-hoc HR reports
• Ensure employees receive appropriate information on benefits enrollment, assist in coordinating onsite wellness initiatives, and field employee benefits questions
• Administer required paperwork and coordinate FMLA and STD programs
• Work with employees on LOA processes and procedures, manage employee leaves including tracking and return-to-work dates, and communicate leave of absence status to leadership team monthly
• Cover employee communication regarding human resources programs and employee announcements to ensure consistent messaging to the organization; ensure electronic communication boards are updated as needed with local and corporate information
• Coordinate with the location leadership team, and provide guidance and resources to implement initiatives and activities
• Provide advice, feedback, and resources to managers and employees regarding human resources policies, programs, and procedures to ensure compliance and support with company guidelines, employment law, and company culture
• Apply understanding of key legal precedents, policies, and practices to protect the interest of DFA and our employees
• Perform learning management system (DairyU) administration including but not limited to managing HRIS data uploads, record keeping, training attendance, course assignments, tracking/completion, running reports for eligibility, and completion and ad hoc reports as needed for management assessments
• Maintain proper filing and record keeping of non-electronic training events
• Process HR related invoices as appropriate (drug screens, background checks, employment agencies, etc.)
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality related to organizational changes and other sensitive information related to HR job responsibilities
• Participate in special projects in the areas of performance management, on-boarding, compensation, and training and development
• Conduct research on HR best practices
• Aid in process development and implementation for a variety of human resources best practices

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 2 to 5 years of progressive generalist Human Resources experience
• Experience with HR information systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Certification and/or License - Human Resources certifications preferred (e.g., SHRM, HRCI)