Human Resources Generalist

Role Summary

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department across a wide range of functional areas. This includes onboarding, benefits administration, leave documentation, employee relations, policy maintenance, and offboarding. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and knowledgeable in federal, state, and local employment regulations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance and consistency while fostering a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

New Employee Onboarding

• Coordinate and manage all onboarding activities for new hires, including documentation, system access, benefits enrollment, and orientation
  Ensure a smooth and compliant onboarding experience in line with company policies and regulatory requirements

Benefits Administration

• Administer day-to-day operations of employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, FSA, etc.)
• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions, enrollments, and changes
• Liaise with external benefits providers and ensure accurate reporting and compliance

FMLA/ADA Leave Management

• Coordinate all leave of absence requests, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, medical, personal, and other qualifying leave types
• Maintain proper documentation and compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other applicable laws

Employee Relations

• Support the intake and documentation of employee concerns, disciplinary actions, and performance issues
• Assist in internal investigations and conflict resolution processes under the guidance of senior HR leadership
• Promote a culture of fairness, respect, and accountability

Offboarding

• Manage the offboarding process, including exit interviews, final documentation, and system deactivations
  
• Maintain data accuracy and ensure compliance with applicable laws (e.g., COBRA notices, final pay requirements)
  

Policy & Handbook Administration

• Assist in the development, review, and communication of company policies and procedures
  
• Ensure the employee handbook remains up to date with legal and organizational changes
  
• Support dissemination and acknowledgment tracking of policy updates

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent work experience in an HR function
  
• 2–4 years of experience in a generalist-level HR role or similar capacity
  
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Title VII, and EEO guidelines
  
• Experience working with HRIS systems and maintaining confidential personnel records.
  
• Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail and time management
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism