Human Resources Generalist

Job Type

Full-time

Description

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

SUMMARY:

The Human Resources Generalist reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, CAO, is responsible for completing a variety of tasks to support the daily operations of the HR department. Their duties include administrative functions that assist the HR Team in staying organized, personnel file maintenance, HRIS system maintenance, comparing HR laws to current policies and procedures, drafting templates for HR documents, and working with other members of the department to oversee the hiring and onboarding process for company employees. This position also cross-covers processing employee relations issues, and benefits administration.

REPORTING:

Reports to the Chief Administrative Officer, CAO

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies, and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations
• Participate in the development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements
• Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs
• Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and company
• Assists in developing employee engagement plans
• Assists in conducting pre-employment tasks for recruitment and serves as backup for conducting new hire orientation
• Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary
• Assist in processing employee relations issues by documenting concerns from employees, reviewing documents for supervisors and providing guidance on revisions, and facilitating meetings when necessary
• Responsible for maintaining the HRIS system
• Responsible for maintaining physical and electronic personnel files
• Assist with training and development when necessary (i.e. material development, organizing training schedules, coordinating location, etc.)
• Assists the Chief Administrative Officer with calendar, document review, document creation, and overall organization of the department
• Assists and may be assigned as a point on Human Resources Quality Improvement Projects on an ongoing basis
• Other duties as assigned

1. Excellent comm unication and interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
2. Aptitude for problem-solving and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies
3. Advanced knowledge of HRIS and ability to learn new technical systems, when necessary

1. (2) years of post-secondary education in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, or related field.
2. Must be willing to complete the Associate Professional Human Resources Certification within one (1) year of serving in this position.

1. Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in human resources, business, or related field
2. Proven success working in an HR department
3. Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail
4. Knowledge of Paylocity HRIS software
5. Knowledge of New Mexico and national laws and regulations related to employment