Senior Human Resources Generalist

About the role

The Senior HR Generalist serves as the operational backbone of the Human Resources department, owning the day-to-day employee relations work that keeps a multi-site, licensed behavioral health organization running smoothly and in compliance. Reporting directly to the HR Director, this hands-on role independently manages workplace investigations, leaves of absence, accommodations, and performance-related matters across California and Colorado worksites. The ideal candidate brings seasoned HR judgment, discretion with highly confidential matters, and the ability to act as a trusted resource to managers and staff alike. Work settings vary from offices, program sites, and stakeholder locations; travel modes can include the use of company or personal transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prompt, thorough, and well-documented investigations into employee complaints, allegations, and policy violations from intake through resolution, escalating high-risk matters to the HR Director as appropriate.
• Support supervisors with corrective action, performance improvement plans, and documentation standards that are consistent and defensible.
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee and manager concerns, providing coaching, conflict resolution, and guidance grounded in policy and employment law.
• Manage all leaves of absence end-to-end, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA accommodations, Colorado FAMLI, and workers' compensation coordination, ensuring timely notices and accurate documentation.
• Interpret and apply company policies consistently; maintain meticulous, confidential records of all employee relations matters.
• Help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across both states; partner with the Compliance Coordinator and Compliance Officer on personnel-file and survey-readiness matters.
• Support offboarding processes, including separation documentation and exit interviews, feeding insights into retention efforts.
• Partner with the HR Director on special projects, process improvements, and HR initiatives as needed.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.
• Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
• Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization.
• Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)
• Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.
• Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
• Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Minimum 4–6 years of progressive HR generalist experience, including direct ownership of investigations and leave administration.
• Working knowledge of California employment law; familiarity with Colorado employment law strongly preferred.
• Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and communities or demonstrated commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.
• Proficiency in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications.
• Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence and intelligence in staff and potential employees.
• Valid Driver's License (preferred).
• Proficient in English language; proficient communicator.
• Prior HR experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or another licensed/regulated environment (preferred).

Pay

$70,304 - $80,000