Human Resource Generalist

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Generalist will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including:

Hiring, interviewing, and onboarding staff

Benefits and leave administration

Performance management

Reinforcing company policies and practices

Payroll processing

Duties/Responsibilities:

Ensures thorough documentation of all employee-related matters, including (but not limited to):

Terminations

Layoffs

Reduction in force

Dispute resolutions

Resignations

Performance reviews

Disciplinary actions

Promotions

Department changes

Wage increases

Creates and maintains job descriptions in an orderly and accurate format

Coordinates with management and department heads to create and arrange duties in job descriptions

Creates/updates job postings, pre-screens candidates, schedules interviews, and documents appropriately in coordination with department managers

Ensures new hires supply all necessary documentation and complete all required forms and training

Notifies the state of all new hires and terminations

Maintains up-to-date, accurate, and complete employee files

Manages the following:

PTO

FMLA

Benefits administration (including COBRA)

Workers' compensation claims

Doctors’ notes

Other applicable documentation

Maintains Employee Handbook in coordination with management

Keeps management informed of changes to policies, laws, and procedures to ensure compliance

Represents the company in employment matters involving:

Connecticut Unemployment Office

CT Labor Board

Other regulatory bodies (local, state, and national)

Addresses requests from regulatory bodies in coordination with management

Represents the company at unemployment hearings when required

Coordinates and documents performance reviews in conjunction with department heads and management

Creates, implements, and manages employee appreciation functions

Manages time and attendance systems

Administers payroll

Performs any additional duties as required by management

Requirements / Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Human Resources Management

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Payroll processing experience preferred but not required

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Full-time