HR Generalist

The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for providing professional-level support across a broad range of human resources functions, with primary responsibility for generalist activities and secondary responsibility for supporting talent acquisition activities. Working closely with department leadership, this position supports the organization in all the functional areas of Human Resources. The information below is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• HR Generalist
• Coordinate and administer assigned HR programs, processes, and employee matters in accordance with established policies and procedures and assist with the development and implementation of new or revised HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in administering performance management activities, including the annual performance review process, and support compensation planning and policy acknowledgment processes.
• Administer employee benefit programs, including employee changes, claims resolution, invoice review, benefits communications, and annual open enrollment.
• Coordinate employee lifecycle transactions, including onboarding, orientation, transfers, promotions, status changes, and separations.
• Provide guidance on routine-to-moderately complex employee relations matters and support investigations under HR leadership, escalating significant or high-risk matters as appropriate.
• Interpret HR policies and employment requirements and respond to general employee and manager inquiries.
• Support employee engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files, HRIS records, and employee documentation; prepare HR reports and workforce data as required.
• Coordinate and support affirmative action, EEO, HR audit, and other compliance activities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Assist Finance with payroll processing by recording and tracking employee changes and assisting with special payroll calculations, as needed.
• Talent Acquisition Support
• Partner with Talent Acquisition Team and HR leadership to understand hiring needs and support recruitment activities for assigned positions.
• Assist with sourcing candidates through approved recruiting channels; review resumes, conduct recruiter screenings, and coordinate candidate communications and interviews.
• Assist with candidate compensation recommendations using the Company's approved compensation tools and established compensation framework.
• Assist in the maintenance of accurate applicant tracking and recruitment records in accordance with applicable OFCCP, EEO, affirmative action, and government contracting requirements.
• Support candidate pipelines and participate in career fairs, military hiring events, and other recruiting or networking activities, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in the English language with the ability to effectively communicate with both internal and external customers at all levels.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to foster collaborative, cross-functional working relationships.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and affirmative action requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of recruiting practices, including candidate evaluation and understanding hiring requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee, candidate, and Company information with discretion.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of an HR Generalist II in daily work performance.
• Must demonstrate safe and healthy workplace practices.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to travel within the US and internationally.
• Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and not be barred from any installation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required.

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of HR Generalist experience, including at least two (2) years supporting recruiting or talent acquisition activities.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification, a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer.
• Ability to work in an office environment with standard lighting, noise levels, and climate conditions.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.