Human Resources Generalist

Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Generalist performs a wide range of HR tasks to support the employee life cycle at the Lucky Friday. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Employee Relations: answer routine HR and payroll questions for employees and supervisors, assist with resolving issues and interpreting policies and procedures; coordinate employee relations activities including holiday gifts, monthly birthday treats, off‑site meetings, on‑site lunches and other meals, retirement gifts/celebrations, service and safety awards banquet and gifts; advise managers and supervisors on disciplinary issues; respond to unemployment claims, providing requested information and attending hearings as required; process separations for employees, completing required paperwork and notifying IT, corporate, site and benefits providers, conduct exit interviews. Labor Relations: interpret the Collective Bargaining Agreement; answer questions related to the agreement; participate in grievance meetings as requested. Recruiting/Onboarding: manage site recruitment process, place recruiting ads, review and screen applicants, schedule phone and site interviews, book travel for interviews, make offers at the direction of HR/Hiring Manager, conduct background and reference checks, maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting tracking spreadsheet, respond timely to applicants to make offers or notify those not selected, oversee Intern/Summer Hire program, attend job and career fairs as needed. Employee Onboarding: work with training and hiring manager to determine start date and onboarding schedule, schedule physical/drug testing, assist with relocation/temporary housing, conduct HR new hire orientation, complete paperwork, review policies and company and site information. HRIS: enter and update information for salaried employees, assist with entering and maintaining hourly employee information, perform quarterly audit of employee data to ensure accuracy, notify HR Administrator of changes. Benefits: process changes ensuring compliance with plan rules and timely submission; answer employee questions; manage the annual open enrollment process, including conducting meetings, sending follow‑up reminders, answering questions, and auditing enrollment files. Worker’s Compensation: file claims, work with Health & Safety to schedule doctor appointments, provide status updates on RTW, answer questions for plan administrator, investigate claims. Performance Management: oversee hourly appraisal process, audit review process, follow up on overdue reviews, coordinate salaried performance appraisal process, train new managers and supervisors on the process, and review feedback to ensure compliance with discrimination laws. Training and Development: review, update and deliver training for compliance and policy changes including harassment‑free workplace training and policy updates. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration or human resources management. 3+ years of experience in Human Resources, including recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration, and training. Demonstrated working knowledge of current HR practices and employment laws including FMLA, ADA, Worker Compensation, HIPAA, COBRA, etc. Prior experience working with HRIS; prior experience with ADP preferred. Prior experience with Labor Relations preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). HR certification preferred. Prior experience in the mining sector preferred. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be self‑motivated. Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Good time management and organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail. Must maintain confidentiality. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hecla Mining Company