Human Resources Generalist

AGENCY OVERVIEW Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains is a nonprofit, human services agency where you have the opportunity to provide support to children and families across the Rocky Mountain region. We are passionate about what we do and dream of inspiring community through our commitment and mission. We are a welcoming agency that believes that ALL people from the newborn to the elderly are valued members of our communities. If you want to make a difference where you live while serving alongside other amazing professionals, Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains invites you to apply. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The administrative team at LFSRM includes the Finance, Human Resources (HR), Information Technology, and Executive Administration teams. With staff located all over the Rocky Mountain region, it is our aim to provide high-quality support and ensure that staff in direct services have a foundation of operational and strategic excellence to build their work upon. JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level in recruiting/employment, onboarding, safety, training, benefits administration, employment law compliance, and data management. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Occupational Competencies Employment Law: Familiarity with federal and local legislation which governs labor conditions. Employee Relations and Performance Management: Assisting with employee relations functions under the direction of the Director of HR; providing foundational support for conflict resolution, performance tracking, and the documentation of disciplinary actions. Applying Company Policies: Knowledge and application of the principles and rules that direct the activities and processes of the organization. Recruiting Employees: Scoping the job role, advertising, conducting interviews, and assisting hiring managers in selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation. Work-Related Reports: Knowledge of work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience. Background Screening and Compliance: Managing the end-to-end background check process, ensuring all pre-employment screenings meet state-specific regulations and agency safety standards. Workplace Safety and Risk Management: Supporting agency safety initiatives by monitoring compliance with safety protocols and assisting in the mitigation of workplace risks. Foundational Competencies Communication Skills: Conveys information clearly and empathetically across diverse audiences, verbally or in writing. Practices active listening. Complex Problem Solving: Identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Judgment and Decision Making: Considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Confidentiality: Handles sensitive data with discretion, ensuring nondisclosure of such information, except to another authorized person. Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people. EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES Explains human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations. Maintains current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reviews employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements. Manages workers' compensation claims and OSHA logs. Performs accident investigations and recommend actions for follow up. Ensures training and compliance on safety-related topics. Ensures workplace safety across all office locations. Performs onboarding functions such as conducting orientations. Guides employees through leave of absence processes. Conducts exit interviews. TRANSPORTATION Must maintain a valid driver's license and carry personal auto liability insurance at the level of $100,000/300,000/100,000. Occasional regional travel with personal vehicle. REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS PHR or SHRM-CP preferred. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred. At least 2 years' related experience required. At least 2 years' experience as a Human Resources Generalist preferred. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr