Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist - Work Location: Midland, PA

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the Director of Human Resources. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, recruitment/employment, HRIS management.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
• Two plus years' experience in recruitment for educational or corporate environment.
• Five plus years' experience in a Human Resources related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Child Abuse Clearance; Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Clearance.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Maintains a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Meets and advises with hiring managers on short-term and long-term hiring needs to identify qualifications and qualities needed for candidates.
• Confirms the job description content and requirements needed for position(s) per hiring managers' needs and addresses any job content issues with hiring managers.
• Develops a process to source a diverse candidate pool, including researching and contacting employment agencies, colleges, professional networks, and recruiters.
• Creates and places job advertisements in media and internet targeted sites.
• Reviews resumes and candidates' qualifications for position(s) using the job description; communicates rejection to those who are not a good fit.
• Applies behavioral interview techniques during phone screens and/or initial interviews to narrow the candidate pool to the top candidates.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and written, across all levels of the organization
• Exhibits strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task in fast paced environment.
• Arranges interviews with appropriate supervisors/managers and supports the hiring team in selecting the best candidate.
• Schedules and manages the new employee onboarding process including sending the offer letter, verifying background checks, and conducting reference checks.
• Represents PA Cyber at job fairs and networking events, delivering presentations on career opportunities.
• Conducts meetings with employees related to concerns such as disputes with co-workers, office conduct, dress code, etc. when requested by the Director of Human Resources.
• Develops training resources and conducts formal or informal training, or researches and arranges training for, staff on a variety of topics as requested which may include, but are not limited to, performance management, interview skills, HRMS application, and sexual harassment/harassment.
• Assists in yearly review of Employee Handbook and recommendations for revisions, additions, and deletions of policies.
• Participates in Improvement Plan Meetings as requested by Director of Human Resources
• Conducts exit interviews with employees leaving employment with PA Cyber. Records and compiles information gathered during exit interviews for periodic reporting to Director of Human Resources and Executive Administrators
• Configures, tests, implements, and maintains HRMS application.
• Provides analytical and technical support to the Human Resources Department and other departments in pursuit of HRMS initiatives and other HRMS related responsibilities.
• Troubleshoots and offers technical assistance in support of HRMS core functionality.
• Identifies opportunities for improving Human Resources processes through system changes.
• Documents and configures business processes and workflows within the HRMS application.
• Maintains application system user setup, security, and role creation.
• Performs any additional duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources