HR Generalist

Description Position Summary The HR Generalist serves as a key contributor to the overall success of human resources operations, with responsibilities spanning employee relations, talent acquisition, benefits administration, compliance, payroll and HR systems. This role is ideal fora detail-oriented, proactive professional who is ready to take on a broader scope of responsibility and provide direct support to both employees and management. This position is in-person, based at RedCat facility in Salt Lake, City Utah. Essential Duties and Responsibilities General HR Operations Assist with the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless experience aligned with company culture and compliance standards. Respond to and resolve employee inquiries across HR Functions, providing guidance and escalating complex matters to HR Leadership as appropriate. Maintain and optimize personnel files and records within HRIS (Paycom) and file management systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Contribute to the development and delivery of employee communications related to HR programs, policies and procedures. Support the design and rollout of internal HR projects, including employee engagement, performance management, and employee initiatives. Benefits Administration Help employees and benefit providers to support enrollments, qualifying events, and general inquiries. Employee Relations & Compliance Provide day-to-day employee relations support and foster a positive workplace culture through timely and professional communication. Maintain awareness of and support compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws. Assist with internal investigations, policy updates and required reporting. HR Systems & Reporting Maintain employee data and reporting within HRIS and payroll systems, including Paycom and timekeeping platforms Act as a backup for Payroll specialist when needed Support HR metrics reporting and data analytics to inform strategic HR planning. Prepare ad Hoc reports and documentation for audits, compliance, and leadership requests Required Qualifications Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Equivalent experience considered. 5-7 years of experience in HR administration, payroll, or generalist-level support. Working knowledge of HR laws and practices, employee relations, and payroll functions. Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Paycom), Microsoft Office Suit, and cloud-based document management (e.g., Dropbox, Docusign). High attention to detail and data accuracy. Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and continuous improvement. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods Capacity to lift and carry files or boxes up to 15lbs. Manual dexterity for data entry, filing, and documentation tasks Effective communication across phone, email, and in-person interactions Flexibility to work outside standard hours, including some evenings or weekends as needed for Key HR priorities. Background Check This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law. EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization. E-Verify The company participates E-Verify ( ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with Right to Work ( Eng_Es.pdf) rules. Compensation: Salary plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses