Human Resources Generalist

Description The Human Resources Generalist supports a positive and engaging employee experience by managing employee recognition and engagement programs, coordinating new employee onboarding, and delivering employee communications. This role supports performance management, development planning, employee training, and serves as a resource for employee relations. The HR Generalist partners with leaders and employees to promote a high-performing, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture. Administer and coordinate employee recognition programs, including Years of Service milestones and the Shining Star recognition program. Responsibilities include tracking eligibility, preparing recognition materials, coordinating announcements, and ensuring timely acknowledgment of employee achievements in alignment with company culture and values. Lead and support the Spirit Squad, coordinating engagement activities and events at both the Schuylkill Haven PA locations and enterprise-wide. Assist with planning, communication, and execution of morale-boosting initiatives. Coordinate and support the new employee onboarding experience, including scheduling and facilitating new hire orientation sessions. Prepare and distribute employee welcome packets. Serve as a point of contact and conduct check-in sessions with new employees during their initial employment period to promote a positive first impression and successful onboarding experience. Draft, post, and maintain employee company-wide communication, including company announcements, HR reminders, policy updates, and engagement initiatives. Ensure messaging is clear, timely, and consistent with company tone and branding, while partnering with HR leadership to determine appropriate communication cadence. Manage and distribute Agent holiday schedules and notifications to applicable Agent groups, ensuring accurate communication of observed holidays. Coordinate timing of notifications with appropriate company leaders. Support the administration of the annual performance review cycle and mid-cycle performance check-ins, including tracking completion, sending reminders, and providing guidance to managers and employees on process expectations. Assist in the performance calibration process by compiling performance data, coordinating calibration meetings, and preparing supporting documentation. Ensure ratings are consistently applied and properly recorded, escalating questions or discrepancies to HR leadership as needed. Support succession planning initiatives by maintaining role and talent data, assisting with documentation, and coordinating updates as directed by HR leadership. Help track identified successors and readiness levels to support long-term workforce planning. Partner with managers and employees to support individual development planning, including tracking development goals and learning activities. Assist with documentation, follow-up, and alignment to performance outcomes and organizational development initiatives. Work in conjunction with the Employee Services Specialist to provide administrative and analytical support during the annual merit increase process, including data preparation, validation, and overall successful processing in the company’s HRIS. Coordinate training initiatives and learning opportunities, including scheduling sessions, tracking participation, and maintaining training records. Assist with conducting training needs assessment, creation of content and delivering training sessions. Assist HR Manager with employee relations activities and investigations. Conduct exit interview sessions with all voluntarily separating employees; identify any suggestions for improvements and communicate with all appropriate parties, including the employee’s leadership team. Assist with preparing quarterly HR metrics data package. Assist with the administration of the employee engagement survey, including survey setup support, communication distribution, participation tracking, and compilation of results. Help prepare summary reports and support follow-up actions driven by survey feedback. Coordinate the planning and distribution of the annual employee swag gift, including vendor coordination, inventory tracking, and distribution logistics. Ensure timely delivery and alignment with company branding and engagement initiatives. Coordinate employee charitable giving initiatives and company-sponsored donation efforts. Assist with communication, logistics, and tracking participation to support community engagement goals. Serve as back-up for the recruitment function. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or similar field 3 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist position, in the areas of employee engagement, employee relations, training, development, and performance management Advanced computer skills Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with a strong emphasis in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Solid foundational knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people at different levels, including senior members of leadership The ability to develop trusting relationships with relevant stakeholders Proven ability to handle confidential information/situations Willingness and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and prioritization skills Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills Customer-service orientation paired with strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate information and respond to questions from internal customers in a timely manner Self-motivated and ability to work well within a fast-paced, high volume HR team environment Understanding of need and ability to act with urgency and provide accurate information to customers Ability to be caring, compassionate, and patient with our employees Willingness and ability to travel by car and plane up to 10% Preferred Qualifications SHRM-CP and/or PHR credential Why The Evans Network of Companies (ENOC) is Different People & Leadership: We prioritize building strong, meaningful relationships with our employees. Our leaders are approachable, supportive, and dedicated to fostering an environment of growth, trust, and open communication. Engaging Job Duties: We understand that fulfilling work leads to job satisfaction. At ENOC, we offer meaningful roles that challenge and empower employees to excel in their areas of expertise while providing the opportunity to make a tangible impact. A Family-Oriented Culture: We treat every employee like family. From offering support during life’s challenges to celebrating milestones together, the sense of community and genuine care here sets us apart. You won’t just work with colleagues; you’ll work with friends. Positive Work Environment: We foster a culture that emphasizes respect, collaboration, and well-being. The environment is designed to inspire creativity and productivity while promoting a healthy work‑life balance, making it a place where you can thrive both professionally and personally. What's in it for me? Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) Dental and Vision Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Company Paid Short Term Disability Insurance Company Paid Long Term Disability Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Long‑Term Care Insurance Program Supplemental Term Life Insurance Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions 401K with up to 4% Employer Safe Harbor Matching Paid Vacation 8 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday Identity & Fraud Protection Pet Insurance Paid on a weekly basis! Employee referral bonus program ($500) The opportunity to work with good humans! Schedule - In Person, On Site Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Location Address 100 West Columbia St, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 We have always been & will always be a family business. When a person partners with The Evans Network, they become a part of our family. That was the belief of our founder, Albert L. Evans, Sr. Founded in 1939 in Pottsville PA, the company has evolved into the largest Intermodal Drayage provider in the United States. As of today, expanded operations include Truckload, Flatbed, LTL/Final Mile and transportation/logistics services. The Evans Network of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who accept a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete a background check and employment verification, including the prior 7 years of employment history, consistent with applicable law. Physical Demands and Work Environment The Physical Demands Described Here Are Representative Of Those That Must Be Met By An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Position. Reasonable Accommodations May Be Made To Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Functions. This position operates primarily within a controlled office environment. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate. Employees may experience swings in work-related demands of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The position often requires sitting for long periods of time in front of a computer. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Evans Network of Companies