Human Resources Generalist

Thank you for your interest in exploring career opportunities with Fort Worth Housing Solutions, the premiere provider of affordable housing in Fort Worth, Texas. We are always recruiting innovative, dedicated team members with a strong work ethic and heart for serving others. FWHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a variety of positions that range from clerical to managerial and professional positions. Our website is updated as positions become available, so we encourage you to check back frequently. Note: All prospective employees must pass a drug test and criminal background check. FWHS uses E-Verify to verify all its new hires. Fort Worth Housing Solutions offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for its employees and eligible dependents. Our benefits go beyond the basics of medical, dental, vision and retirement plans. They allow you to protect and improve health, financial well-being and quality of life for you and your family. Medical: A competitive medical PPO plan andprescription plan Vision: Eye exams and eye wear Retirement Savings Plan: Generous company discretionary contribution of 5% into a 401a plan and a company-match contribution up to 5% max when you make an election into the 457b plan. Company Provided Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D Insurance) equal to 1.5 times your annual base pay, up to a $200,000 maximum. Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance: You may purchase additional life/AD&D coverage for yourself and eligible dependents Voluntary Short-Term Disability: Option to purchase a short-term disability plan that pays you 60% of your weekly earnings, up to a maximum benefit of $1,500 per week for up to 11 weeks. Company-Provided, Long-Term Disability: 60% salary continuance to a maximum benefit of $10,000 per month. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential resource offering in-the-moment support and expert guidance to help you resolve concerns as well as balance home and work life. Current Openings Position: Human Resources Generalist Location: Fort Worth, TX Job Id: 240 # of Openings: 0 SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Vice President of Internal Resources, the Human Resources Generalist supports the Department of Internal Resources in the overall operation of human resource activities. Work is confidential in nature requiring advanced communication and management skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Recruitment, Staffing & Onboarding Support Assist the Vice President of Internal Resources with full‑cycle recruiting by sourcing candidates, screening applicants, coordinating interviews, and preparing offer letters. Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding, including orientation, E‑Verify, documentation collection, and initial benefits enrollment. Ensure job postings and descriptions remain accurate in coordination with Vice President of Internal Resources. Conduct exit interviews and complete separation documentation; update HRIS accordingly. 2. HRIS, Records Management & Regulatory Compliance Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and ensure timely HRIS updates. Assist Vice President of Internal Resources with regulatory filings such as EEO reports, IRS documentation, surveys, and audits. Support compliance with employment laws and agency policies. Administer and track employee leave programs and ensure proper documentation. Respond to unemployment claims (TWC) with timely and accurate information. Administer the agency's electronic badging and building access system, including issuing, updating, troubleshooting, and deactivating employee access credentials; maintain accurate access records and coordinate building access changes in conjunction with onboarding, transfers, and separations. Support administration of compensation and benefits programs. Process all benefits‑related paperwork and provide employee support. Review vendor invoices for accuracy and forward to Finance for timely payment. 4. Employee Relations, Engagement & Policy Implementation Serve as a resource to employees regarding HR policies; elevate issues to Vice President of Internal Resources as needed. Support implementation of HR policies and procedures. In coordination with the Executive Office leads and/or supports employee engagement initiatives and feedback collection. Assist with preparing and distributing IR communications and updates. 5. Training & Development Coordination Support Vice President of Internal Resources and Training & Implementation Manager in delivering management and employee development training. Track the completion of annual performance evaluations and follow up with supervisors to ensure timely submission. 6. Reporting, Analytics & Strategic Support Support HR‑related strategic plan initiatives through tracking and coordination. Conduct research and prepare draft materials for policy or benefits revisions. Provide professional internal customer service to employees and supervisors. Collaborate with other departments on cross‑departmental initiatives. Maintain confidentiality and uphold agency standards. Perform other related duties as assigned. BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES: This position requires the incumbent to exhibit the following behavioral competencies: Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with sensitive topics and/or irate customers. Customer Service: Understands that all Authority employees have external and/or internal customers that they provide services and information to; honors all of the Authority’s commitments to customers/residents by providing helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive and knowledgeable customer service. Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; establishes rapport when working with others. Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others. Results Orientation: Consistently delivers required agency results; sets and achieves attainable goals, consistently complies with quality standards and meets deadlines; maintain focus on Agency goals. Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to delivering on his/her public duty and presenting oneself as a credible representative of the Agency to maintain the public’s trust. Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity Laws, Fair Labor Standards Act, Civil Rights Act of 1964, ERISA, and employment practices and procedures. Knowledge of federal and state labor laws, insurance practices and procedures and worker’s compensation and state law. Knowledge of general office procedures and practices, business English and math. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with other employees and other business contacts. Above average analytical and reasoning abilities. Ability to coordinate several concurrent activities simultaneously. Strong interview and talent evaluation skills are required. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field from an accredited college or university. Minimum three (3) years progressive experience in a human resources management environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. TECHNICAL SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have average abilities using computer software such as MS Word, and Outlook, and capable of using internet resources for research and developing reports. Ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. While the work is primarily sedentary, excessive walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items such as books, binders, files, and documents is required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Pay Range: $54,962.96 - $75,000.00 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr