HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced and people-focused  Human Resources Generalist to help lead and execute the organization's HR strategy while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day human resources operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on execution across the entire employee lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and employee engagement. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to leadership while helping foster a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace culture.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process from job posting through offer acceptance.
• Develop and maintain effective sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
• Screen candidates, conduct interviews, coordinate hiring manager interviews, and facilitate hiring decisions.
• Manage applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Ensure all employment documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Create programs that support employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture.
• Organize employee recognition initiatives, team-building activities, and company events.
• Coordinate group lunches, employee appreciation events, and wellness activities.

Benefits & HR Administration

• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, life events, and annual open enrollment.
• Serve as a resource for employee benefits questions and concerns.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data integrity.
• Assist with compensation, leave administration, and policy interpretation.

Employee Relations

• Foster positive employee relations across the organization.
• Assist managers and employees in resolving workplace concerns.
• Conduct investigations as needed and document findings appropriately.
• Support performance management and employee development initiatives.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook updates.
• Assist with audits and reporting requirements.
• Monitor employment law changes and recommend policy updates as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience .
• Professional HR certification required:
• • SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP, and/or
  • PHR or SPHR
• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruiting and onboarding.
• Experience administering employee benefits programs.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will also have experience in one or more of the following environments:

• Nonprofit organizations
• Manufacturing operations
• Multi-location organizations
• Growing or evolving organizations

Key Competencies

• Relationship Building
• Employee Engagement
• Talent Acquisition
• Employee Relations
• Compliance Management
• Benefits Administration
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality and Professional Judgment

\nCompany Description

The Specialized Recruiting Group (part of Express Employment Professionals) office in Tyler, TX offers a tailored approach to professional placement, delivering personalized service that matches the unique needs of both companies and talented candidates. Whether you need highly skilled project staff or are filling a critical role on your team, our workforce solutions are designed to strengthen local business communities across the U.S. Trust us to connect you with the right talent or opportunity, helping your business or career thrive.

Company Description

The Specialized Recruiting Group (part of Express Employment Professionals) office in Tyler, TX offers a tailored approach to professional placement, delivering personalized service that matches the unique needs of both companies and talented candidates. Whether you need highly skilled project staff or are filling a critical role on your team, our workforce solutions are designed to strengthen local business communities across the U.S. Trust us to connect you with the right talent or opportunity, helping your business or career thrive.