Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist

Location: Vero Beach, FL (fully onsite)

Salary: $75-$100k (flexible/based on experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations and provide guidance to employees and managers across the organization. This role will support multiple areas of HR, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, compliance, HR systems, and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and comfortable balancing employee-facing responsibilities with HR administration in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR point of contact for employees and managers regarding policies, benefits, employee relations, and general HR questions.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding, including new-hire documentation, orientations, employment verification, and exit processes.
• Support employee relations matters and help address workplace concerns in a professional, confidential, and consistent manner.
• Assist managers with performance management, coaching, corrective action, and documentation.
• Administer employee benefits programs and coordinate enrollment, life events, and employee questions with benefits providers.
• Maintain accurate employee records within the HRIS and ensure appropriate documentation throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Support payroll administration by reviewing employee changes, timekeeping information, deductions, and other payroll-related data.
• Coordinate leave of absence requests and support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Assist with recruitment activities as needed, including job postings, interview coordination, offers, and pre-employment processes.
• Support annual HR processes such as performance reviews, compensation updates, benefits enrollment, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist with the development, communication, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Monitor HR compliance requirements and maintain required records and documentation.
• Prepare HR reports and track key workforce metrics, including headcount, turnover, hiring, and employee changes.
• Participate in HR projects and process-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of HR experience , preferably in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Working knowledge of employment practices and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience supporting employee relations and performance management.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a well-rounded, hands-on HR professional who enjoys being close to the business and employees. They should be comfortable moving between employee relations, HR administration, benefits, systems, and manager support while maintaining strong attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality.