Description
Overview
We are seeking a hands-on HR Generalist who thrives in a fast-paced, execution-focused environment. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, tech-savvy, and proactive, with a strong willingness to learn and continuously improve.
The HR Generalist will support compliance, benefits administration, HRIS data management, training coordination, and payroll support. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and efficient HR operations while leveraging HR technology and systems to drive effectiveness.
If you are someone who takes initiative, adapts quickly to new tools (including AI), and is willing to roll up your sleeves to get the work done, we want to hear from you.
What We're Looking For
- A self-starter who doesn’t wait to be told what to do
- Someone comfortable with repetitive, detail-driven work who still looks for ways to improve it
- A team member who embraces technology and process improvement
- An individual who is curious, coachable, and willing to grow
Requirements
HR Compliance & Administration
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FMLA, ADA, EEO, ACA, etc.)
- Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA and ADA accommodations
- Maintain accurate HR records and documentation for audits and regulatory requirements
- Support compliance reporting, required postings, and policy updates
Benefits Administration
- Process benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations in HRIS and vendor platforms
- Respond to employee benefit inquiries and coordinate with providers to resolve issues
- Support open enrollment, including system updates and employee communications
- Conduct audits to ensure data accuracy between HRIS and benefit systems
HRIS & Data Management
- Maintain and update employee data in HRIS systems (data entry, audits, reporting)
- Process employee lifecycle transactions: hires, terminations, promotions, status changes
- Run and validate HR reports for leadership and internal stakeholders
- Identify discrepancies and ensure alignment across HRIS, payroll, and benefits systems
HR Reporting
- Assist with compliance reporting (e.g., EEO-1, ACA reporting)
- Support ad hoc and recurring HR data requests and analytics
Training & Development
- Administer training programs via LMS (Learning Management Systems)
- Assign, track, and follow up on required training completion
- Support onboarding and compliance training coordination
Payroll Support
- Provide administrative support for payroll processing and data validation
- Ensure HR changes are accurately reflected in payroll systems
- Assist in resolving employee payroll inquiries
Process Improvement & HR Technology
- Execute established HR processes while identifying opportunities for efficiency
- Utilize HR systems, automation tools, and emerging technologies (including AI) to improve workflows
- Demonstrate adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and tools
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in HR operations
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3–5 years of HR experience in a generalist or HR administrative role
- Hands-on experience with FMLA, ADA, and leave administration
- Experience working within HRIS systems (data entry, reporting, audits)
- Exposure to payroll processes preferred
- Strong ability to manage high-volume, transactional HR work with accuracy
Core Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- High level of ownership, initiative, and follow-through
- Knowledge of HR compliance and employment regulations
- Proficiency in HRIS, LMS, and HR technologies
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Strong customer service mindset supporting employees and managers
- Adaptability and willingness to learn, including new tools and AI applications