Human Resources Generalist

Job Responsibilities

• Cook up activities related to HR systems, programs, or processes
• Handle routine employee relations issues, benefits administration, recruitment, and HRIS independently
• Analyze and interpret information related to exit interviews, accident reports, and benefits claims
• Research information to support decision making and improve processes, technologies, or methodologies in HR
• Contribute to the development of Human Resources policies and practices
• Prepare communication materials, manuals, and other written materials related to various Human Resource policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations
• Keep abreast of trends related to Human Resources and incorporate this information into work assignments
• Seek mentorship and learning to enhance product or technical knowledge and skill set
• Mentor junior employees when appropriate
• Represent the company for any unemployment claims
• Facilitate and/or provide training (including orientation) to the workforce
• Conduct corrective action meetings with employees as needed
• Conduct recruitment for personnel including, but not limited to: full time exempt/non-exempt employees, summer students, and temporary employees
• Administer benefits, including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payments, and communicating benefits information to employees
• Maintain Human Resource Information System (HRIS) records and compile reports from the database

Education and Experience

• Education: University degree
• Additional specialized education of up to 2 years
• Professional in Human Resources (CHRP, PHR, SPHR) certification preferred
• Experience: 3 – 5 years of related work experience or equivalent
• Understanding: Complete understanding of Human Resources
• Familiarity: Familiarity with related local and federal regulations required

Skills

• Previous experience in the mining industry is preferred
• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets

Reporting Relationships

Typically reports to the Human Resources Manager