[Mid Level] HR Generalist / HR Specialist - Employee Relations, Leave & Benefits, Internal Communica

[Position Overview] Job Title: HR Generalist / HR Specialist Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field; SHRM-CP/PHR or CLMS certification a plus Experience: Mid level (3–7 years) — we are hiring HR Generalists and HR Specialists (Leave of Absence/Benefits, Employee Relations, Internal Communications) Job Type: Full-Time [Location]

DFW, TX

[Benefits & Perks] Medical Insurance (Health, Dental & Vision) 401(k) H1B/Green Card Sponsorship for qualified employee Hands-on experience at global industry-leading company Opportunities for career advancement [Summary] We are hiring HR Generalists and HR Specialists to support day-to-day HR operations for corporate headquarters and multi-state workforces Serve as a key link between management and employees — employee relations, policy guidance, onboarding, and documentation Administer HRIS/payroll data (ADP, Workday), benefits, and all U.S. leave programs including FMLA, ADA, and state leave laws Support internal communications and employee engagement programs across U.S. offices Ideal for execution-focused HR professionals who thrive in fast-paced, geographically dispersed environments [Duties and Responsibilities] HR Operations & Employee Relations Serve as a key link between management and employees; handle questions, resolve work-related problems, and advise on policy, EEO, and workplace conduct Support the HR Manager with documentation for dispute resolution, investigations, and disciplinary procedures Plan and conduct new hire orientation and onboarding; maintain personnel records, handbooks, job descriptions, and classifications (exempt/non-exempt) Maintain HRIS/payroll data (ADP Workforce Now, Workday) ensuring accuracy, tax allocations, and multi-state wage, hour, and leave law compliance Prepare reports such as org charts, headcount, compensation analysis, and HR metrics Leave of Absence & Benefits Administration Manage the administration of all U.S. leave programs including FMLA, ADA, STD/LTD, Paid Parental Leave, Military Leave, Personal Leave, and applicable state leave programs Lead the ADA interactive process and coordinate reasonable accommodation requests with employees, managers, HR, Legal, and healthcare providers Serve as primary liaison with third-party leave administrators; manage case escalations, claim reviews, and service delivery Create, maintain, and close leave events in Workday; partner with Payroll and HRIS on return-to-work processing Educate employees and managers on leave policies, accommodations, and benefit programs; monitor trends and recommend process improvements Internal Communications & Engagement Serve as communications partner for People Team initiatives, HR programs, and general affairs updates across U.S. offices Draft, design, and publish digital communications (intranet, posters, banners, digital signage) and newsletters Support employee engagement, culture, corporate citizenship, and sustainability communications [Skills & Qualifications] Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience 3+ years of progressive HR experience; 5+ years for Leave of Absence/Benefits specialist roles Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, Workday, or comparable HRIS/HCM Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, PWFA, USERRA, and multi-state wage/hour and leave regulations Experience partnering with a third-party leave administrator a plus; SHRM-CP, PHR, or CLMS certification a plus Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; newsletter/communications writing experience a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; departmental budgeting experience a plus Ability to manage highly confidential information with professionalism and discretion Multi-site retail, hospitality, or large matrixed corporate experience preferred Our team of business professionals supports a wide range of operations including human resources, finance, data analytics, program management, and strategic planning. We also have opportunities in software development, QA/testing, supply chain, retail operations, and many more! Our vision is 'We Want to See You Grow' to become the industry leader for both employee and company. For more information about JND, please visit #HumanResources #HR #HRGeneralist #HRSpecialist #EmployeeRelations #LeaveAdministration #FMLA #ADA #Benefits #ADP #Workday #HRIS #InternalCommunications #EmployeeEngagement #MidLevel #DFW #Plano #Texas