HR Generalist

Description

Jacobsen's employee engagement scores are best in class for three years running, come find out why! Our HR Generalist is a hands-on resource providing guidance and best practices to our people in all areas of human resources. In this position, you'll implement, administer and maintain various human resource functions including employee relations, compliance, wellbeing initiatives and compensation program development. You'll partner with members of the Human Resources team and other departments to provide excellent internal service and support for our employees and the Company.


Your Day to Day

• Provide guidance and support to management and employees on HR issues, ensuring positive employee relations. Respond quickly and with sensitivity to resolve employee problems. Conduct employee relations counseling and conduct or participate in investigations as needed.
• Develop, implement and oversee department programs specific to HR processes and policies such as drug testing, background reporting and others as identified.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of employee records using various HR systems to ensure employee records are accurate and compliant across systems.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Recommend and implement Human Resource policy and process updates to ensure continued compliance. Interpret, communicate and administer HR policies and procedures to ensure fair and consistent application.
• Participate in development and maintenance of the corporate compensation structure. Participate in compensation surveys, develop job descriptions and conduct position and market analysis. Assist with annual compensation adjustment project for administrative and operational employees.
• Manage the unemployment claims process. Prepare supervisors/management for unemployment hearings if the need arises.

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent, related work experience
• Five or more years of experience in HR or a related role
• PHR/SHRM-CP certification
• Experience with basic business and customer service principles, including planning and organizing, resource management and leadership skills
• Experience with FMLA, ADA and other state and federal employment laws
• Experience supporting employee relations and strategic HR initiatives; handling sensitive, complex and confidential information
• Experience building strong partnerships with management and relationships of trust with employees
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated functional knowledge of HRIS programs and Microsoft Office

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience in Human Resources.
• Five or more years of experience in HR or related role, preference for candidates with prior HR experience
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred