Job Description
Job Description
Summary
The HR Generalist will support the HR department with handling and resolving issues as well as day-to-day administration. This individual is responsible for recruiting support, pre-employment processes, onboarding / orientation facilitation, payroll and benefits support, associate file maintenance, and general administration of the HR department, while providing excellent customer service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Organizational Development
- Develop, implement, and / or lead various organizational development programs (i.e. Intern Program, Performance Management Program, and Career Pathing Program)
Recruiting
Proactively recruit for talent matching DC Values and skills necessary to execute on the business strategyCreate and maintain strong relationships with external recruiters and representatives from local collegesOn average, fill open positions within established time to fill for assigned departmentsOnboarding
Participate in new associate onboardings and ensure all paperwork is completed accuratelyParticipate in New Hire Orientation; present overview of Company policiesPerform 30, 60 or 90-day check-ins with new associates and provide feedback / coaching to the associate and their managerOn average, maintain voluntary turnover rate at established percentage for assigned departmentsEmployee Relations
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issuesConduct effective, thorough, and objective investigationsImprove working relationships and build morale through swift and fair resolution of associate issuesCompliance
Maintain compliance with federal and state employment regulations to prevent any adverse legal findings against the CompanyDevelop and maintain affirmative action programDevelop and implement associate policies and procedures; prepare and maintain associate handbookPayroll
Maintain the accuracy of associate information in the payroll systemWork directly with associates to resolve payroll questionsProcess the bi-weekly payrollGenerate payroll reports for accounting reconciliation, including quarterly tax reportsEnsure adherence to payroll-related policiesBenefit Plan Administration
Process benefit invoicesEnsure adherence to benefit-related policiesComply with benefit notice requirementsCompile supporting documentation for benefit plan auditsQUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE
Required :
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or HR certificationKnowledge of all pertinent federal and state employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirementsStrong interpersonal and influencing skillsStrong conflict management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detailSelf-directed and motivatedEffective planning and priority setting with the ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlinesComputer proficiency and technical aptitude with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environmentPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The associate must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 100 pounds with the assistance of others. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This includes a highly regulated, climate-controlled, low-to-moderate noise environment.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.