Human Resources Generalist

Description

Overview

The Human Resources Generalist performs professional-level work in one or more functional areas of human resources management. May engage in employee relations, compliance, rewards, and other functional areas of human resources.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a single-level job classification that is not a part of job series.

Essential Functions

• Performs professional-level work in one or more functional areas of human resources, including employee relations, new staff onboarding, compliance, rewards programs, labor relations, training and mentorship, performance management, or others.
• Creates, reviews, and updates HR programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with labor laws and best practices.
• Administers work in the assigned area, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with organizational goals.
• Develops forms, templates, materials, questionnaires, reports, and memos.
• Facilitates workshops, organization development sessions, events, interviews, and other activities to optimize HR practices.
• Maintains HR metrics and provides reports on key performance indicators to management.
• Manages and maintains accurate employee records, enrollment processes, and total reward statements.
• Stays updated on industry trends, advancements, and best practices in human resources function.
• Continuously monitors and analyzes the impact of HR programs through employment indicators, performance metrics, and employee satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in human resources, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Experience in the construction or electrical industry.
• Relevant national certifications in human resources.

OR an equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience that results in the successful performance of the job. Additional education may substitute for required experience on one-for-one year basis or vice versa.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of human resources strategies, practices, and program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain partnerships with department managers, staff, and external entities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience managing budgets and allocating resources effectively.
• Bilingual preferred.

Work Environment

• Sedentary work environment. Work performed generally in the office settings and requires limited physical, ergonomic, or emotional efforts. Work may generally require walking, standing, bending, kneeling, carrying light loads and lifting no more than 10 pounds.