HR Generalist

ABOUT US:

Chugach Alaska Corporation (Chugach) is an Alaska Native Corporation committed to sustainable profitability, celebration of our heritage and responsible ownership of our lands. Formed in 1972 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA), Chugach is dedicated to the advancement of our people through meaningful economic and cultural shareholder programs and benefits, retaining our traditional lands and cultural heritage and participating in the economy. This purpose has led us to create a balanced portfolio of business enterprises, financial investments, and land development projects capable of generating prosperity for current and future shareholders. Our family of companies operate in the government, energy, and facilities service industries, with more than 4,500 employees across 150 locations and six countries. As an Employer of Choice, we offer competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities and more.

CHUGACH'S EXPECTED BEHAVIORS

Chugach is looking for people who believe that the following behaviors are fundamental to any job:

• Doing things the right way.
• Creating meaningful value.
• Empowering people.
• Building community.
• Leaving things better than you found them

JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist supports the department with a broad range of HR functions including recruiting and onboarding, policies and procedures, employee relations, training and development, benefits administration, and general HR activities. The HR Generalist works closely with management to align HR strategy with business goals. This role provides guidance to supervisors and staff at the corporate office, nonprofits and operating companies regarding HR practices and policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Operations & Compliance

• Supports recruitment, screening, selection and onboarding activities, including creating and updating position descriptions and preparing offer letters.
• Stays up to date on strategies and trends to recruit and source candidates.
• Maintains accurate employee records in the HR information system and physical files, updates new hire, change and termination information.
• Assists in the development, revision and implementation of HR policies and procedures. Updates the employee handbook as necessary.
• Maintains compliance with state and federal laws pertaining to employment, pay, leave and benefits.
• Supports organizational culture by coordinating employee engagement events.
• Generates HR reports and analyzes data related to employee demographics, workforce planning or other metrics.

Benefits

• Assists with administration of employee benefit programs, such as health, life, disability, retirement plans, leave and time off policies.
• Assists in proper and complete information flow between benefit teams, vendors, and payroll department on matters pertaining to benefits.
• Coordinates the monthly and annual benefit reconciliation process.
• Assists with annual audits for 401k plans and compiling census and testing information.
• Researches employee benefit eligibility and enrollment issues, manages and responds to employee benefit inquiries, and processes corrective actions as needed.
• Supports the retirement plan committees.

Learning & Development

• Conducts or facilitates training and skill development tools for the workforce.
• Monitors the performance management process to align organizational business objectives and employee goals.
• Assists with employe retention, training and development, and enterprise-wide succession planning efforts.
• Coordinates with the Shareholder Development department to promote shareholder hire and development.
• Collaborates with management to create practices that support an environment focused on driving company strategy and culture through open communication and a focus on core behaviors.

Other Activities

• Supports M&A activity by providing HR assistance during the due diligence process through target acquisition and integration.
• Generates reports or other documents, prepares and updates HR or benefit related presentations.
• Researches and identifies opportunities to innovate, modify, or implement changes to improve business processes and procedures, bringing programs in line with current trends and best practices.
• Performs special projects and related department duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MANDATORY:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or related field.
• Three years of experience as a HR Generalist or equivalent exempt level HR professional.
• Verifiable work history in a variety of HR functions such recruiting, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, or 401(k) plan administration.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to human resources.
• Experience working with plan partners and vendors; health and welfare brokers, insurance companies and 401k recordkeeper.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information.
• Proficiency in HR software and systems, MS Office Suite.
• Strong analytical skills, with extreme attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to be flexible and work hard, both independently and in a team environment, with changing priorities and exercise independent judgment.
• Possess a strong work ethic with an attitude of moral principle.

PREFERRED:

• Master's or other advanced degree in business, HR management or related field.
• Certification in HR, Benefits, or similar functional area.
• Experience working in an Alaska Native Corporation or government contracting environment.

Preference shall be given to eligible and qualified Chugach shareholders, descendants, spouses and shareholders of other Alaska Native Corporations. Chugach makes every effort to recruit, employ, retain and promote qualified shareholders. Chugach is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other factor protected by law.