Human Resources Specialist

Summary

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Location: Decaturville, TN - on-site 5x per week

FLSA: Exempt

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

Compensation: $60 to $75K base on experience

Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day functions of the Human Resources department, including recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, employee relations, leave administration, benefits administration, compliance, training, and enforcement of company policies and practices. This position serves as a resource to employees and managers while helping ensure HR programs and practices are administered consistently and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and employee development programs, including safety and workplace conduct training.
• Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified candidates for open administrative and professional positions.
• Partner with managers to understand the skills, qualifications, and competencies required for open positions.
• Coordinate and oversee the onboarding process for new employees, including participation in new hire orientation.
• Assist with administrative activities related to employee separations.
• Implement and manage employee recognition and engagement programs.
• Administer HR programs and processes related to leave administration, employee relations, disciplinary matters, investigations, performance management, talent management, productivity, recognition, morale, and training and development.
• Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and managers, escalating complex or sensitive matters to the Human Resources Manager as appropriate.
• Participate in employee disciplinary meetings, investigations, and termination processes.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as established HR best practices.
• Monitor changes in employment legislation, regulations, HR trends, and technology and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Assist with the administration of annual open enrollment programs.
• Educate and assist employees with questions regarding benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, COBRA, FMLA, and other employee benefit programs.
• Coordinate employee wellness programs and related benefits initiatives.
• Review and approve benefit-related invoices and coordinate with Accounting for processing.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Prepare business correspondence, reports, policies, and recommendations as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees, managers, applicants, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent conflict resolution and employee relations skills.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar business software.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize HRIS, payroll, benefits, and talent management systems.
• Working knowledge of employee benefits and related compliance requirements, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, Social Security, and Department of Labor requirements.
• Knowledge of open enrollment processes and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and legal requirements related to employment, compensation, and benefits.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional correspondence, reports, policies, and recommendations.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a high volume of administrative responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• At least one year of professional Human Resources experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently walk throughout the workplace.
• Occasional standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting, and reaching may be required.
• Ability to regularly work at a computer and review electronic and printed materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person and by telephone.
• Occasional grasping, lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects weighing less than 25 pounds may be required.

Job Description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Location: Decaturville, TN - on-site 5x per week

FLSA: Exempt

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

Compensation: $60 to $75K base on experience

Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day functions of the Human Resources department, including recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, employee relations, leave administration, benefits administration, compliance, training, and enforcement of company policies and practices. This position serves as a resource to employees and managers while helping ensure HR programs and practices are administered consistently and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and employee development programs, including safety and workplace conduct training.
• Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified candidates for open administrative and professional positions.
• Partner with managers to understand the skills, qualifications, and competencies required for open positions.
• Coordinate and oversee the onboarding process for new employees, including participation in new hire orientation.
• Assist with administrative activities related to employee separations.
• Implement and manage employee recognition and engagement programs.
• Administer HR programs and processes related to leave administration, employee relations, disciplinary matters, investigations, performance management, talent management, productivity, recognition, morale, and training and development.
• Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and managers, escalating complex or sensitive matters to the Human Resources Manager as appropriate.
• Participate in employee disciplinary meetings, investigations, and termination processes.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as established HR best practices.
• Monitor changes in employment legislation, regulations, HR trends, and technology and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Assist with the administration of annual open enrollment programs.
• Educate and assist employees with questions regarding benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, COBRA, FMLA, and other employee benefit programs.
• Coordinate employee wellness programs and related benefits initiatives.
• Review and approve benefit-related invoices and coordinate with Accounting for processing.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Prepare business correspondence, reports, policies, and recommendations as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees, managers, applicants, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent conflict resolution and employee relations skills.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar business software.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize HRIS, payroll, benefits, and talent management systems.
• Working knowledge of employee benefits and related compliance requirements, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, Social Security, and Department of Labor requirements.
• Knowledge of open enrollment processes and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and legal requirements related to employment, compensation, and benefits.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional correspondence, reports, policies, and recommendations.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a high volume of administrative responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• At least one year of professional Human Resources experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently walk throughout the workplace.
• Occasional standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting, and reaching may be required.
• Ability to regularly work at a computer and review electronic and printed materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person and by telephone.
• Occasional grasping, lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects weighing less than 25 pounds may be required.