HR Generalist/Employee Relations/Payroll

The Human Resource (HR) Generalist is integral to carrying out a variety of functions within a Human Resources Department. The individual in this role will get involved in recruitment, labor or employee relations, training, new hire orientation, HR benefits, HRIS reporting, learning and development, or any other area of human resources.
Assist HR Director with strategic planning and projects to sustain long-term growth and special projects as necessary.
Install approved new plans or changes to existing plans by preparing announcement materials, plan summary documents, and other media for communicating plans to employees. Handle benefits inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, courteous resolution.
Help to develop position descriptions, classification of positions, advice on employee relations, and consulting on performance management and staffing.
Oversee and participate in recruiting program management.
Assists HR Director in the development of Human Resources policies for the company regarding employee relations.
Responds to inquiries regarding the organization's processes, policies, procedures, and programs.
Assists with employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing.
Partners with leadership to communicate and ensure compliance with Human Resources policies, procedures, programs, and laws.
Assists in benchmarking positions against the market to ensure competitive compensation policies and practices.
Trains management in interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review process, personal goal administration, safety, and sexual harassment
Minimum of 3 years of payroll and benefits administration experience, preferably in a multi-state environment
Knowledge of ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, wage and hour laws, other applicable employment laws, and payroll and benefits tax regulations.
Human Resource Benefits such as - FMLA, LOA, Workers Compensation, Medical, etc..
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Demonstrate patience and empathy when dealing with employee relations and complaints.
Able to apply HR knowledge when dealing with all matters.
Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent experience

• 3-5 years of proven experience as an HR coordinator or relevant human resources/administrative position
• Extensive knowledge of computer systems, particularly software related to human resources.
• Experience working in UKG HRIS System (preferred)

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