HR Generalist

Private Company

HR Generalist

West Des Moines, IA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Human Resource Generalist

    Job Type: Full Time, onsite (with flexible hybrid opportunity)

    The Human Resource Generalist will play a key role in supporting daily HR operations, fostering employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company polices. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a variety of responsibilities and thrives in a collaborative environment.

    What We Offer:

    • Competitive salary based on experience.
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
    • Life, Disability, Flex Spending Accounts, and Health Savings Account.
    • Flexible scheduling.
    • 401(k) with a company match.
    • Paid Time Off, Volunteer Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.
    • Reward and recognition programs.
    • Opportunities for growth and professional development.

    Responsibilities:

    • Administer day-to-day HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, benefit administration, and employee relations.
    • Pre-screen new applicants.
    • Conducts background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
    • Maintain and update employee records in compliance with federal and state regulations.
    • Support HR Managers with performance management processes and employee development programs.
    • Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding onboarding, benefits, and HR policies and procedures.
    • Partner with leadership on HR best practices and workplace culture initiatives.
    • Maintain confidentiality of all information and records, both verbal and written.
    • Establish, maintain, file and audit electronic personnel files.
    • Maintain requirement employment posters for locations.
    • Assist HR Managers with policy development, compliance audits, and process improvements.
    • Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations' HRIS and talent management systems.

    Qualifications:

    • Associate’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field, a plus.
    • 2-5 years of HR experience, preferably in a generalist role.
    • Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
    • Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel. Experience with ADP a plus!
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication and critical thinking skills

    Work Environment:

    • This position is performed indoors routinely using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
    • Occasional visits to company locations maybe required.
    • This is a full-time, hourly position with the expected days of Monday-Friday.
    • Additional availability may be required during business or workload challenges and disruptions.