Senior HR Generalist

HR Generalist

Position Summary

The Senior HR Generalist is responsible for supporting a wide range of human resources functions, with a strong focus on employee relations, workplace investigations, and policy compliance. This role partners with employees and management to foster a positive work environment, ensure consistent application of HR practices, and support the overall employee lifecycle including onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement.

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Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Serve as a primary contact for employee concerns, complaints, and workplace conflicts

• Conduct timely, thorough, and objective workplace investigations

• Document findings, interviews, and recommendations in accordance with company standards

• Advise managers on corrective action, performance issues, and disciplinary procedures

• Ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and employment laws

• Support termination, disciplinary, and performance improvement processes

• Identify trends in employee relations issues and recommend preventive strategies

HR Generalist Functions

• Support full-cycle recruitment activities including job postings, interviewing coordination, and onboarding

• Administer employee onboarding and offboarding processes

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data

• Assist with benefits administration and employee inquiries

• Support performance review processes and goal setting initiatives

• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations

• Participate in HR projects, training initiatives, and policy updates

• Promote employee engagement and a positive workplace culture

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred

• 3–5 years of HR Generalist or Employee Relations experience

• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices

• Experience conducting workplace investigations preferred

• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to handle sensitive matters with confidentiality and professionalism

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

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Preferred Skills

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification

• Experience in both union and non-union environments (if applicable)

• HRIS experience (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG, etc.)

• Strong conflict resolution and coaching skills

• Ability to work independently while supporting a broader HR team