Sr. Human Resources Generalist

Summary:

The Sr. Human Resources Generalist will perform the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, payroll and leaves, and enforcing company policies and practices. This position provides timely and exceptional customer service to all employees.

Main Duties amp; Responsibilities:

Partners with managers to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent planning particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, and retention.

Provides support and guidance to managers and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.

Manages the recruiting process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for operations roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.

Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.

Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.

Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Protects interests of employees and the company in accordance with company Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations.

Establishes wage and salary structure, pay policies, performance appraisal programs, employee benefits programs and services with VP of HR approval. Monitors for effectiveness and cost containment.

Designs, implements and manages a performance management system resulting in its consistent use across the organization in support of business goal achievement and employee development

Manages payroll.

Represent HR on the Matouk Safety Committee.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

BS / BA Business Administration or equivalent required; Certificate in HR plus 6 years HR Generalist / Business Partner experience.

Demonstrated expertise and desire to execute daily operational HR functions including full-cycle recruiting, new hire orientations amp; on-boarding, employee relations, performance management amp; employee development, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, terminations, reporting and legal compliance.

Track record for building and sustaining positive, trusting relationships with employees at all levels within the organization. Excellent communication skills (listening, verbalizing, presenting, writing)

PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook. Proficiency using some human capital software (i.e. HRIS and Applicant Tracking System or Performance Management) required; experience in selecting and implementing software packages a plus.

Bilingual-ability to communicate in Spanish preferred; or has worked successfully with aid