Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Purpose

The HR Generalist provides administrative and operational support across the Talent & Culture function, assisting with day-to-day human resources activities throughout the Associate lifecycle. This role supports recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, recordkeeping, and internal communications while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and a positive Associate experience.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding Support

• Assist with posting job openings, coordinating interviews, and communicating with candidates
• Prepare onboarding materials and support new-hire orientation activities
• Ensure timely completion of new-hire documentation and HR system entries
• Maintain recruitment and onboarding records, trackers, and files

HR Administration & Associate Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for general Talent & Culture inquiries
• Maintain accurate Associate files, records, and documentation within HR systems
• Support background checks, employment verifications, and reference checks
• Assist with offboarding processes and related documentation

Benefits & Payroll Support

• Support benefits administration including enrollments, changes, and terminations
• Assist with open enrollment preparation and Associate communications
• Respond to basic benefits questions and escalate complex inquiries as appropriate
• Support payroll processes by ensuring accurate Associate data and timely updates

HR Systems & Data Management

• Enter and maintain Associate information in HR systems (ADP Workforce Now preferred)
• Generate standard reports and assist with audits as requested
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality

Policies, Compliance & Communications

• Assist with distributing Talent & Culture policies, forms, and communications
• Support compliance documentation and record retention requirements
• Help maintain Talent & Culture resources on KIRCO Connect
• Assist with internal announcements, engagement initiatives, and recognition programs

Education & Experience Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 2–4 years of administrative or HR support experience preferred
• Experience with HRIS systems; ADP Workforce Now preferred
• Exposure to real estate, property management, construction, or senior living environments a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing multiple priorities

As a family business, KIRCO takes great pride in our award-winning heritage, extending back four decades. KIRCO has built a legacy of real estate excellence based on our ability to provide clients with increased value from their real estate holdings. It is all about our associates, working within a framework of business ethics, social and community responsibility, and customer focus that empower our professionals. We work hard to build real estate value every day.

Company Description

As a family business, KIRCO takes great pride in our award-winning heritage, extending back four decades. KIRCO has built a legacy of real estate excellence based on our ability to provide clients with increased value from their real estate holdings. It is all about our associates, working within a framework of business ethics, social and community responsibility, and customer focus that empower our professionals. We work hard to build real estate value every day.