The Role
Administers employee benefits, leave programs, FMLA and ADA accommodations, and related compliance activities. Coordinates with employees, managers, healthcare providers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators. Supports employee relations, workers’ compensation, HR administration, payroll, and recruiting while maintaining accurate records, confidentiality, and compliance with employment laws.
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HR Generalist
GO Riteway
Oak Creek, WI
Position Summary
The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting key HR functions with a primary focus on benefits, leave administration, and employee relations. This role partners with managers and employees to ensure compliance with employment laws, promote a positive workplace culture, and deliver exceptional HR support throughout the employee lifecycle.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Benefits Administration
Qualifications
Key Competencies
Additional Information
GO Riteway
Oak Creek, WI
Position Summary
The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting key HR functions with a primary focus on benefits, leave administration, and employee relations. This role partners with managers and employees to ensure compliance with employment laws, promote a positive workplace culture, and deliver exceptional HR support throughout the employee lifecycle.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Benefits Administration
- Manage enrollment for new hires, process changes for current employees, and track eligibility for various programs
- Coordinate with insurance carriers and third-party administrators to review claims and handle enrollments
- Ensure benefit plans follow all applicable federal, state, and local laws such as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, and FMLA.
- Administer Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, and other federal, state, and company leave programs.
- Coordinate leave requests, maintain required documentation, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
- Communicate with employees, managers, healthcare providers, and third-party administrators regarding leave status and return-to-work processes.
- Track leave utilization and maintain accurate records.
- Workers Compensation
- Employee Relations
- Compliance and HR Administration
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of Human Resources experience with emphasis in benefits and leave administration.
- Experience in the transportation industry is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of benefits, FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation regulations, COBRA, HIPAA, and other employment laws.
- Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is preferred.
Key Competencies
- Benefits Administration
- Leave Management (FMLA/ADA)
- Employee Relations
- Workers' Compensation Administration
- Employment Law Compliance
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication and Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Confidentiality and Professional Judgment
Additional Information
- Supports the payroll and recruiting departments as needed
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- 3–5 years of human resources experience, emphasizing benefits and leave administration
- Knowledge of benefits, FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation regulations, COBRA, HIPAA, and employment laws
- Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
- Experience in the transportation industry
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The Company
What We Do
MRA - The Management Association is a nonprofit employer association that provides comprehensive HR services, including recruitment, advice, training, and development, to over 5,000 member companies.
