HR Generalist

Summary: The Human Resources Generalist provides HR support to leaders and staff across all assigned CDS Life Transitions business affiliates and sites. The HR Generalist will be responsible for all aspects of employee relations, engagement, compliance, and recruiting as needed. The HR Generalist serves in a visible, influencing role to provide exemplary customer service to all employees while making strategic contributions wherever possible. Essential Job Functions: Assist the department in carrying out various human resource programs and procedures for all Agency and contracted employees. Assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures Partner with business leaders in support of key people management processes such as employee relations, labor relations, performance appraisals, learning and development, talent review, succession planning, compensation initiatives, etc. Provide day-today performance management guidance to leadership Recommend new approaches and updates to policies, procedures, and practices that affect the broader organization and/or to effect improvements in various departmental operations. Assist with training and development, compensation, benefits, and other HR processes and special projects. Ensure compliance with applicable labor and employment laws in HR-related activities and problem resolution in order to mitigate litigation risk Coordinate and respond to litigation requests, including unemployment and/or labor hearings, SDHR, and EEOC complaints and hearings. Develop and maintain affirmative action program; files EEO-1, Affirmative Action Plan, and VETS reports annually; and maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations. Coordinate preparation and approval of job descriptions; ensure FLSA classification compliance and oversee job evaluations Maintain human resource information system records and compile reports from the database as required. Perform any other related duties as required by supervisor Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work independently and motivate others. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Proficient in time-management skills Must be proficient in use of Microsoft applications Knowledge of applicable state and federal employment and labor laws and governmental compliance requirements. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in human resource management or related field. Two or more years of HR experience with emphasis on employee relations preferred PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP credentials preferred All experience and education requirements, except when required by federal, state, or local laws or requirements, may be waived at the discretion of management with the approval of the Chief Operating Officer, in collaboration with Human Resources. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Ability to sit continuously Ability to reach above shoulder level Ability to turn/twist upper body Ability to use hand for repetitive action and fine manipulating for the purpose of keyboarding Corporate Qualifications/Expectations: Adhere to all CDS Life Transitions, Inc. policies and procedures. Adhere to the Agency Mission, Vision, Shared Values, and Customer Service Standards. Attend mandatory education and training modules as scheduled; obtain and maintain required certifications. Maintain all required certifications/training by State regulations and CDS policy Act as a professional representative of CDS Life Transitions, Inc. in regards to appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language, and dress. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, skills, required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the direction of the employer. The listed range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The offered salary will be determined by: Applicant qualifications and experience, education, position specific licensing/training and departmental budgets. CDS Life Transitions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.CDS Life Transitions will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 585-347-1616