._*position summary*_the human resource generalist is responsible for performing hr-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the hr manager in supporting designated areas of the business.
this position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, and employment law compliance.- *key responsibilities*_- performs benefits administration, including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment and communicating benefits information to employees.- conducts recruitment effort for all exempt and nonexempt personnel, students and temporary employees; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career-pathingprogram; and writes and places advertisements.- handles employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling and exit interviewing.- administers the compensation program; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.- participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.- maintains company organization charts.- constantly monitors hris system performance, makes recommendations for improvement and provides project management to implement the change.- analyzes hris data to ensure system is recording appropriate metrics and performs ad-hoc reporting.- administers various human resource plans and procedures for all organization personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains the employee handbook and the policies and procedures manual.- administers the weekly processing of us payroll and assists with efforts to ensure efficient and timely processing.- maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.- participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems.- provides support in planning, communicating and executing company employee engagement activities and special events which includes company celebrations/gatherings, wellness initiatives, and training & development activities.- serves as back-up for general office administration/front desk duties.- performs other duties/projects as assigned