Human Resources Generalist

Core Responsibilities

• Partner with managers and employees to resolve workplace concerns while promoting positive relationships
• Provide case-by-case coaching and consultation to managers regarding employee relations, performance management, documentation, corrective action, and employment law
• Interpret and apply organizational policies, procedures, and employment laws to ensure consistent decision-making
• Build collaborative relationships with managers and employees while serving as a trusted HR resource
• Conduct prompt, objective, and thorough workplace investigations involving employee complaints, policy violations, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other workplace concerns
• Gather, analyze, and document information while maintaining confidentiality and impartiality
• Maintain accurate leave documentation and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws through consistent application of Human Resources practices
• Administer federal and state leave programs, including FMLA, CFRA, Pregnancy Disability Leave, military leave, and other protected leaves
• Collapse interactive process and reasonable accommodation request in collaboration with managers and employees
• Coordinate the interactive process and reasonable accommodation request in collaboration with managers and employees
• Maintain accurate leave documentation and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws
• Support implementation of Human Resources policies, procedures, and organizational initiatives
• Deliver training and educational sessions for managers and employees and employment law, organizational policies, processes, and compliance topics
• Collaborate with the HR Manager and HR Director on projects that strengthen Human Resources programs and organizational effectiveness

What We're Looking For

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex situations and develop practical, compliant solutions
• Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to build collaborative, trusting relationships with employees, managers, and organizational leaders
• Strong consultation and coaching skills, with the ability to guide managers through complex Human Resources matters while promoting sound judgment, consistency, and accountability
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, balance competing deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative HR team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or similar
• Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible Human Resource experience
• Experience in employee relations, leave administration, workplace investigation, and employment law preferred
• Working knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and the ability to effectively utilize HR technology to support assigned Human Resources programs
• Strong project management experience

Status

Full-time, Non-Exempt

Location

Chico, CA / Hybrid

Pay Rate

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time (part-time and full-time), and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave, jury duty, and funeral leave
• Perks at Work discounts
• Career growth and development opportunities in a supportive, inclusive workplace

Company Overview

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Location: Chico, CA / Hybrid
Pay Rate: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance;
Paid time off (PTO), sick time (part-time and full-time), and paid holidays;
401(k) retirement plan;
Education assistance and tuition reimbursement;
Paid parental leave, jury duty, and funeral leave;
Perks at Work discounts;
Career growth and development opportunities in a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Mains'l is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants.