HR Generalist I

The HR Generalist is responsible for the performing all recruitment and selection activities; as well as effective communication and delivery of human resource procedures and practices for all Credit Union employees.    

This position requires travel to both the Columbus and Dayton regions. Columbus 5-10 times per month mainly to the member centers. Dayton 2-7 times per month both to the member centers as well as Headquarters.

• Performs all recruitment activities, including selection and onboarding activities for all open positions in defined work group. Must be proficient in utilizing a variety of recruiting platforms to attract top talent. (50%)
• Address employee concerns in a timely manner and assist the HR Manager in handling sensitive employee relations issues that have the potential for significant exposure to litigation. Escalate complex questions or situations to the HR Manager in a prompt and confidential manner. Ensures proper policies, procedures, risk mitigation activities, and operating controls are followed. Assist WPCU managers with employee relations issues and setting performance expectations to ensure disciplinary actions and terminations are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and maintains updates and changes to the performance management system. (30%)
• Assist with special projects including development and delivery of in-house training for HR Technical skills such as interviewing and diversity and compliance, as well as projects focused on compensation analysis and process improvement by reporting gaps in policies, procedures, and operating controls to leadership to ensure member impact and risk is mitigated. (20%)

Required Skills

• A Bachelors’ degree required in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or Business Administration preferred, with 1-3 years’ experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. SHRM or PHR certification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in a fast-paced recruiting environment utilizing creative approaches to attract top talent.
• Demonstrated quality customer service experience and orientation required; Proven record of flexibility, accommodation, patience and effective conflict resolution when servicing others is essential.
• Demonstrated appreciation and commitment to maintain grounding in the overall business picture to anticipate and effectively prioritize the needs of customers (VP of HR, hiring managers, employees, etc.) are essential to success in this position.
• Demonstrated aptitude and ability to learn and apply various software applications to office operations required. Ability to trouble-shoot application processes and effectively utilize technical assistance sources desired. Expertise in utilizing an applicant tracking system, ADP or similar HRIS platforms is required.
• Ability to multitask while adapting to shifting priorities, required.
• Proven ability to maintain confidential information required.
• Attention to detail required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and adaptability to recruiting systems required.

Required Experience