HR Generalist

Benefits & Leave Experience Needed We have a position open on our Human Resources team for an HR Generalist with benefits, LOA, 401k, onboarding/offboarding, and employee engagement experience. The HR Generalist is responsible for administering employee benefits programs, managing leave of absence processes, and providing day-to-day human resources support in onboarding, offboarding, and employee engagement. This level serves as a key resource for employees regarding health and welfare benefits, 401(k) plans, leave policies, and HR-related inquiries while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company regulations. Work From Home Professional Growth Opportunities Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – effective on start date 401k Paid Time Off Program Company Paid Holidays And Much More! Job Description: Benefits Administration Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and voluntary benefits. Conduct benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations. Coordinate annual open enrollment activities and employee communications. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and issue resolution. Maintain benefit records and ensure data accuracy within HRIS systems. Partner with benefit vendors and brokers to address employee concerns and eligibility matters. Audit benefit invoices and reconcile carrier billing. 401(k) Administration Administer company 401(k) retirement plan and coordinate with plan providers. Process employee enrollments, contribution changes, loans, hardship withdrawals, and distributions. Assist employees with retirement plan education and resources. Support annual compliance testing and plan audits. Monitor eligibility and ensure timely enrollment communications. Maintain accurate participant records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Leave of Absence Management Administer leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, personal leave, parental leave, military leave, and state-specific leave programs. Coordinate leave requests and communicate eligibility, rights, and responsibilities to employees. Track leave usage, return-to-work dates, and required documentation. Work closely with managers and third-party leave administrators to ensure smooth leave administration. Facilitate interactive accommodation discussions and document outcomes. Maintain confidential leave files and ensure compliance with applicable laws. HR Generalist Responsibilities Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs. Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes. Support employee relations matters and conduct investigations as needed. Maintain personnel records and HR documentation. Assist with HR compliance initiatives and policy updates. Generate HR reports and analyze employee data. Support recruitment and talent acquisition efforts when needed. Qualification Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience preferred. 3+ years of Human Resources experience with significant benefits and leave administration responsibilities. Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other employment regulations. Experience administering 401(k) or retirement plans. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. PHR, SHRM-CP, CEBS, or related HR certification preferred. Experience working with third-party leave administrators and benefit brokers. Multi-state HR experience preferred. Experience with HRIS systems such as Rippling, UKG, Paylocity, Paycom, or Dayforce, etc. #J-18808-Ljbffr