Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Background Investigation, COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985), Candidate Screening, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Corrective Action, Data Management, Documentation, Employee Benefits, Employment Law, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993), HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources, Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Onboarding, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Organizational Skills, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Support Documentation
HR Generalist - Key Responsibilities
Recruiting & Onboarding
- Job posting management — Draft job ads, post openings, and maintain applicant flow
- Candidate screening — Review applications, conduct phone screens, and coordinate interviews
- Offer administration — Prepare offers, initiate background checks, and manage pre-employment steps
- New hire onboarding — Facilitate orientation, ensure completion of I-9 and required documents, and support first-week integration
Investigations & Employee Relations
- Intake and documentation — Receive concerns, gather initial facts, and maintain confidential records
- Investigation interviews — Interview employees, witnesses, and supervisors
- Findings and recommendations — Summarize outcomes, recommend corrective actions, and support leadership decisions
- Policy guidance — Provide consistent interpretation of policies and support coaching conversations
Leave Administration
- FMLA processing — Manage intake, eligibility, notices, and return-to-work coordination
- ADA accommodations — Support interactive process and documentation
- Short/long-term disability — Coordinate claims, follow-ups, and communication with employees
- Attendance tracking — Maintain accurate leave records and ensure policy adherence
Benefits Administration
- Benefits enrollment — Coordinate annual enrollment, new hire elections, and qualifying life event changes
- Vendor coordination — Serve as liaison with insurance carriers and third-party administrators
- Employee support — Assist employees with benefit questions, claims issues, and plan understanding
- Compliance tracking — Maintain ACA, COBRA, and other regulatory documentation
Additional Responsibilities
- HRIS data management — Maintain accurate employee records and reporting
- Compliance support — Assist with audits, training records, and regulatory requirements
- Employee engagement — Support recognition programs, communication initiatives, and culture efforts
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred
- 2–4 years of HR experience with exposure to benefits, leave, recruiting, and investigations
- Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, EEO, and general employment law
- Excellent communication, confidentiality, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office
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