HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Reports To: Chief of Human Resources
Summary of Duties/Responsibilities:
The Human Resource Generalist will work together with the Chief of Human Resources to maintain the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices, and other employee relations.
- Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
- Assists departmental managers with job-related interview questions.
- Conducts all post-offer compliance checks to include background checks, drug screens, driving records and employee eligibility verifications.
- Implements new hire orientation and onboarding and composes offer letters.
- Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as needed.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Continues knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Maintains strict confidentiality in issues relating to the agency, clients, and employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
Education and Experience:
- Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; high school diploma required.
- At least one year of human resource management experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Offering competitive pay, generous leave policy to include annual leave and sick time and a family friendly work environment.15 paid holidays plus your birthday paid, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, Retirement, Short- and Long-term disability benefits, Critical Illness, Accident and Life Insurance.
Hours / Schedule: Full Time (40) hours per week Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Skills Required
- High school diploma
- Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- At least one year of human resource management experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Proficiency with or ability to quickly learn HRIS and talent management systems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with integrity and professionalism
- Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks
What We Do
Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is a private nonprofit serving older adults and caregivers in four Southwest Virginia counties. Its mission is to support independence and healthy aging through coordinated programs that help seniors remain in their homes and communities. Services include in-home care, home-delivered meals, transportation, emergency home repairs, adult day care, caregiver support, insurance counseling, chronic-disease education, and an all-inclusive care program for eligible older adults.
