HR Generalist

POSITION HR Generalist Status Exempt Location Auburn Washington Department Employee Resource Center ERC SUMMARY The HR Generalist is responsible for the development implementation and administration of Human Resources practices that support the companys initiatives and goals The HR Generalist is responsible for a broad range of Human Resources functions including compliance with employment laws organizational development talent acquisition and retention compensation benefits administration employee relations and engagement performance management management training and workers compensation programs The HR Generalist also works closely with the companys Event Planning team to support and coordinate company events ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interpret administer and comply with all federal state and local employment laws and regulations; conduct investigations and maintain required recordsManage organizational development in collaboration with executive management addressing organization design succession planning key employee retention and superior workforce developmentTalent acquisition and full cycle recruiting including website management application process applicant screening reference checking job fair attendance supporting managers with interviews and candidate selection and communicating hiring decisionsManage a strategic compensation plan in collaboration with executive management that attracts quality employees incentivizes and rewards employee performance and encourages employee retentionOversee company compensation program by conducting periodic salary surveys to help recruit and retain outstanding talent scheduling and conducting job evaluations preparing pay budgets monitoring and scheduling individual pay actions and recommending planning and implementing pay structure revisionsParticipate in the design of cost effective benefit plans that support our employees for success and attract and retain an outstanding workforce Administer employee benefits programs including open enrollment and employee benefits education efforts; recommend benefit program changes based on employee satisfaction and retention concernsWork with the Event Planning team to support plan guide and assist with all aspects of the companys established eventsCreating and editing of company quarterly newsletter which can include article writing newsletter design content creation and distribution utilizing CanvaChampion of company culture ensuring it supports attainment of company goals and initiatives and promotes employee engagement and satisfaction Monitors employee perceptions of the company and informs executive management of significant issues that jeopardize achievement of company goalsCoordinate employee communications to ensure the companys goals and objectives strategic initiatives policies and procedures and benefit programs are clearly communicated including periodic communications on progress toward attaining goals status of strategic initiatives and changes in policies procedures and benefit programsOversee employee performance management program to ensure employee work results are monitored and evaluated by trained managers who provide constructive feedback coach and discipline employeesOversee employee development by establishing effective on boarding practices for new employees; maintain current job descriptions for all positions; assess workforce training and management development needs; and design appropriate training programs and measure effectivenessOversee employee relations including resolution of employee grievances and counseling employeesFormulate update and recommend human resource policies and procedures; monitor legal and regulatory complianceImplement maintain and fully integrate a Human Resources Information System HRIS to efficiently manage recruiting attendance email alerts employee self service employee handbooks and other communications organizational charts benefits administration succession planning rapid report production and tracking of employee trainingInterface with workers compensation third party vendor to cost effectively manage workers compensation claimsFollow all safety and security policies and regulationsBack up department functions and perform other duties as necessaryReport to work on a regular and consistent basisREQUIRED ABILITY TO Understand analyze and apply knowledge of employment law compensation and benefits organizational planning organization development employee relations training and developmentManage day to day Human Resources activities plan and prioritize work and monitor progress to achieve goalsDemonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills and ability to persuade and informDemonstrate strong analytical diagnostic and problem solving skillsCollaborate innovate and be creative in approaching and accomplishing workEffectively coach others through complex difficult and emotional issues Collaborate in a tactful professional and respectful mannerDemonstrate strong organizational development skills including ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement changeFoster an atmosphere of new ideas input and creative solutions when faced with challengesFunction successfully with limited supervision and competing prioritiesOrganize plan and prioritize workload to keep multiple priorities and deliverables on track to meet goals and deadlinesUtilize strong computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environmentBuild alliances partnerships and collaborate with customers and co workers in a tactful professional and respectful manner Be a team player with strong interpersonal skillsResolve workplace differences and conflict to achieve goals and objectives in a professional mannerListen to others attentively and retainprocess information effectivelyPromote a professional culture that is trustworthy honest and socially responsible while championing an energetic and positive work cultureREQUIRED EDUCATIONEXPERIENCE Minimum of four 4 to five 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a human resource department including HRIS experienceProficiency with Microsoft Office suite and CanvaMid size andor large business experienceDESIRED EDUCATIONEXPERIENCE Bachelors Degree from an accredited institutionPHRSPHRSHRM CP certificationFamiliarity with the aviation industryExperience coordinating company eventsWORKING CONDITIONS Frequent work in an office environmentFlexibility to work additional hours and occasional weekendsOccasional local travel for job fairs and company events Why Work For Us We offer competitive pay and benefits including Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D InsuranceVacation Personal Time Off and Holiday PayLong Term and Short Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Account FSAHealth Savings Account HSA with an employer contribution of 500 a year401k Plan with employer matchEmployee Assistance Program EAPEmployee Discount PerksCareer growth and community involvement