HR Generalist
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Supervisor
Position Summary
The HR Generalist serves as a key Human Resources partner for assigned locations within their division. This role supports day-to-day HR operations, employee relations, recruiting and hiring initiatives, rehire request tracking, compliance, and other people-related needs.
The HR Generalist works closely with Regional Coordinators, Recruiters, Operations leadership, and the Corporate HR team to provide consistent HR support and ensure alignment with company policies, processes, and business needs.
Core Responsibilities
Recruiting & Hiring Support
• Post and manage job advertisements and requisitions for open positions.
• Support the hiring process for salaried and other designated positions.
• Partner with Recruiters and Regional Coordinators to identify staffing and hiring needs.
• Participate in recruiting campaigns, job fairs, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
• Coordinate interviews and support communication between candidates, hiring managers, and the HR team.
• Ensure hiring processes and required documentation are completed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Employee Relations
• Serve as an HR resource for employees and Operations leadership within the
assigned division.
• Respond to employee questions and concerns regarding workplace issues,
company policies, and employment practices.
• Support and conduct employee relations conversations, fact-finding, and
investigations as assigned.
• Partner with HR leadership and Operations leaders on performance management
and corrective action.
• Maintain appropriate and accurate documentation related to employee relations matters.
• Escalate sensitive or complex employee relations matters to HR leadership as
appropriate.
Rehire Request Tracking & Review
• Track and manage rehire requests for former employees within the assigned
division.
• Review available employment history and relevant records to support the rehire review process.
• Partner with Recruiters, Regional Coordinators, Operations leadership, and HR
leadership to gather relevant information and make recommendations in
accordance with company guidelines.
• Ensure rehire requests and outcomes are accurately documented and
communicated to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate tracking and reporting of rehire requests.
• Escalate rehire requests requiring additional review or approval to the appropriate HR leadership.
HR Operations & Compliance
• Support onboarding and employment processes for new hires.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable employment requirements.
• Maintain accurate employee and HR-related records.
• Support HR audits and compliance initiatives, including employment
documentation and other required processes.
• Assist with HR reporting, tracking, and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with internal HR teams to ensure employee information and employment
changes are processed accurately and timely.
Business Partnership & Collaboration
• Build strong working relationships with Operations leadership within the assigned division.
• Collaborate closely with Regional Coordinators on employee and operational
needs.
• Partner with Recruiters on staffing strategies and recruiting initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to leaders while promoting consistency in the
application of company policies and HR practices.
• Participate in HR projects, training initiatives, and process improvement efforts.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee and business information.
Travel Requirement
This position requires travel as needed to support assigned divisions, locations,
employees, and business operations, including employee relations matters, recruiting
initiatives, training, meetings, and other HR-related needs.