HR Generalist (3405)

POSITION OVERVIEW: Supports HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee inquiries, status changes, compliance, and HR reporting, while assisting with special projects and serving as a backup to Payroll. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supports the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department to ensure efficient, and customer-focused service delivery. Responsible for responding to all inquiries, including—but not limited to—employee questions, comments, or concerns regarding FMLA, FLSA, ADA, facility policies, benefits, and workers’ compensation. Maintain confidential personnel records and other HR related files in compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and records retention requirements, ensuring all documentation is updated and filed accurately and in a timely manner. Responsible for coordinating and administering pre-employment processes, including drug testing, background screenings, and reference checks, in accordance with legal requirements. Responsible for the submission, tracking, and ongoing management of workers’ compensation claims. Responsible for responding to unemployment claims and administering wage garnishments in a timely and compliant manner. Completes and submits all required EEO reports accurately and within established deadlines. In coordination with the Director, department heads, managers, and other stakeholders assist in the recruitment process for vacant positions by preparing and placing position announcements, coordinating recruitment activities, processing candidate applications, communicating with applicants as needed, and performing other related recruitment tasks. Processes employee status changes—including hires, terminations, and pay adjustments—accurately and in a timely manner for payroll review. Assists with tracking and reporting HR metrics, including turnover, workers’ compensation claims, and other relevant data, for monthly meetings and additional reporting needs.