Job Human Resources Generalist - Non-HR candidates welcomed to apply!

Human Resources GeneralistOverview: HR at Chesterton is not your typical human resources group. Of course, they function as a strategic partner to the business in all the usual HR areas – recruiting, employee relations, HRIS, compensation and benefits. But what distinguishes the group is their emphasis on programs designed to grow and develop our employees. From specialized workgroups designed to recommend improvements across the company, to formal and informal mentorship programs, to scholarship programs for employees' children, HR at Chesterton values taking care of our number one asset – our people! Come grow your own career while working with a fun, collaborative and flexible group of HR professionals.If you have office manager experience in a dentist or doctor's office, if you were a student leader or varsity athlete or have experience in a smaller business where you were a do-er of "all the things", we want to talk to you.Our benefits offering include:"Work today, get paid tomorrow" - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!Chesterton Student Loan Repayment ProgramBCBS Medical CoverageDelta Dental401K savings plan with a Chesterton contributionPTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causesFlexible work schedules- this job requires 4 days per week in office with every other Monday off (you are paid for this time. We call this a 9/80 schedule)Vision insuranceTuition reimbursementShort-term disability and long-term disability insuranceHSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costsParental leave for moms and dads to beHiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!Job Summary:The Human Resources Generalist provides tactical human resources support to employees and all levels of management. Responsible for supporting the organization by implementing and administering human resources programs and policies across all business situations. Provides tactical content in areas such as employee relations, compensation, recruitment and retention, and training. Responsible for implementation, measurement, and review of key HR processes and ensuring that these processes are administered consistently throughout all business groups. Primarily responsible for providing support to the HR Business Partner team.At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on the customer. This job impacts the customer by ensuring standardized HR processes are harmonized so that the customer can always be assured of working with the best, most-highly trained employees in the business.Job Model: HybridHybrid positions will require employees to work both on-site and remote each week under a schedule that has been determined and agreed upon by you and your manager. This job is on a 9/80 schedule--- 4 days per week on site and Mondays either working from home or off (and paid).Responsibilities:Drive completion of HR process administrative transactions with high level of efficiency, detail-orientation and follow through.Ensure that HR processes and procedures are consistently communicated and administered throughout all business situations.Support the organization by implementing and administering human resources programs or policies.Work collaboratively with HR central functions (compensation, benefits, talent management, and talent acquisition) to address business needs.Work with HR Business Partners to recommend appropriate employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer/employee relationship while promoting a high level of employee morale.Collect and analyze internal and external information to compare the organizations HR practices to those prevailing in the market.Ensure compliance to legal requirements and government regulations affecting the Human Resources function and provide appropriate information required for compliance.Complete personnel transactions and maintain associated records.Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws or regulations.Perform support functions to Human Resources department as needed i.e. record keeping, mailings, answering telephones, referring messages.Other duties as assigned.Complexity of Duties:Position has corporate-wide responsibility.Ability to work independently and manage multiple time sensitive projects simultaneously.Makes decisions based on sound judgment.Accomplishes tasks through collaboration with HR Team and management.This role is part of a 4 person employee-facing team.Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.Requires use and application of Human Resource concepts, principles, and theories.Ability to generate potential solutions to a wide array of problems and situations.Essential Skills: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.Administrative skills and strong attention to detail are critical. Every piece of paper in HR represents a big change in an employee's life.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, usually obtained from prior heavily administrative office work.Employment law knowledge and interest.Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization, internally and externally.Effective problem solving and decision-making skills.Ability to work under pressure and rapidly changing priorities.Excellent presentation and motivational skills.Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to Human Resource regulations.Education and/or Experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent.1-3 years professional HR experience preferred but if you have office management, student leadership or small company experience, we want to talk to you. The HR part we can teach you.Interest in U.S. and state employment lawUnderstanding of HR best-practices and human development theory/ organizational development/ adult development theory or willingness to learn.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions 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 occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to read, synthesize, analyze and present information. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Moderate noise (i.e.: computer printers, traffic) exists daily in the work environment.Disclaimer:A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.This role is a U.S. based role. If the candidate resides in the desired location of the role, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will be discussed with the candidate before they are formally invited to interview.Targeted pay range: $55,000 - $57,000/annually depending on experience.Chesterton is committed to paying all its employees in a fair and equitable manner. The pay range associated with this position ($55,000 - $57,000/annually DOE) is Chesterton's good-faith salary estimate for the presently available position. Several roles at Chesterton are considered "leveled" positions and as such, the company reserves the right to advertise and or hire for this position at appropriate level depending on applicant's skillset/