Human Resources Generalist (Flexible Hours)

AFS Group is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to own benefits administration and workers' compensation for our approximately 500 employees across Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, and Tennessee. This role is the dedicated point of contact for health and welfare benefits, leave of absence, short-term disability, FSA, and workers' comp claims and travels to our locations to support employees directly rather than managing everything remotely. This person will also help design our new Rewards & Recognition program and serve as a secondary backup on commission administration.
Administer short-term disability (STD) claims and coordination with carriers.
Own Flexible Spending Account (FSA) administration and employee elections.
Manage workers' compensation claims from first report of injury through resolution, coordinating with carriers, managers, and employees across all 5 states.
Support compliance efforts across our 5-state footprint (OH, KY, IN, IL, TN), including staying current on state-specific leave, benefits, and workers' comp requirements.
Partner with the VP of HR on drug testing program compliance and documentation as needed.
Field Presence
~ Travel regularly to AFS locations across the 5-state footprint to support employees directly on benefits questions, claims, and enrollment this is not a remote-only benefits role.

Strategic Projects
Partner with the VP of HR to help design and launch the company's first formal Rewards & Recognition program.
Serve as secondary backup on RFMS commission administration, alongside the VP of HR, to ensure continuity of this function.
3-5 years of progressive HR generalist or benefits-focused HR experience.

• Experience managing workers' compensation claims.
• Comfort and willingness to travel regularly to multiple company locations (estimate: 15% travel).
• The position is based in-office at our corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with employees on sensitive, personal matters.

Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS platform.
PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification.
Prior experience in a lean HR department where generalist versatility is valued over narrow specialization.
Experience supporting or launching an employee recognition or engagement program.