Human Resources Generalist

Title: Human Resources GeneralistReports to: Senior Human Resources ManagerSupervises: NoneStatus: ExemptObjectiveThe Human Resources Generalist supports a broad range of Human Resources functions with primary responsibility for benefits and wellness administration, payroll and Human Resources Information System support, compliance, associate relations, retention, performance management and the appraisal process, compensation and incentive support, workforce planning activities, job description development, and related Human Resources support activities. The role partners with leadership to ensure consistent application of policies, regulatory compliance, and a positive associate experience. Occasional support of recruitment activities may be required.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministers benefits, wellness, and leave programs, including enrollments, terminations, qualifying life events, and ongoing plan administrationCompletes and submits benefit-related billings; reconciles invoices and coordinates with benefit vendors and third-party administratorsWorks with third-party administrators to support compliance requirements related to benefit and retirement plans, including COBRA and required reportingAdministers and supports leave programs including FMLA, short-term and long-term disability, employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, unemployment, and workers' compensationSupports accommodation and return-to-work processes by coordinating documentation and tracking requirements in partnership with leadership and vendorsSupports retirement plan administration activities, including enrollments, distribution requests, and year-end census or reporting supportAssists in preparation and review of associate benefit statements and benefit-related communicationsSets up new associates in payroll and timekeeping systems and maintains accurate records throughout employmentPartners with leaders on timesheet review and correction needs, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies and accurate payroll processing in partnership with AccountingUpdates and maintains associate records in payroll, timekeeping, Human Resources Information Systems, and performance management systems in accordance with internal policies and state and federal guidelinesPrepares and maintains associate personnel files and ensures appropriate confidentiality and record retentionMaintains employment eligibility documentation and completes required new hire reporting in accordance with applicable regulationsParticipates onboarding and orientation activities by providing information on policies, procedures, and benefit programs to ensure associates are informed of Human Resources programsSupports associate relations and retention efforts by responding to associate and leader inquiries and assisting with documentation and issue resolutionSupports workplace investigations as assigned by Human Resources leadership, including documentation, coordination, and follow-upAdministers associate sentiment surveys, including pulse, engagement, exit, and stay interviews, and partners with Human Resources leadership to translate insights into engagement and retention action plansSupports performance management processes, including documentation and guidance on process stepsSupports the appraisal process, including communications, tracking, documentation, and completion reportingAssists with salary administration activities, including participation in salary surveys and maintaining related documentationSupports compensation and incentive administration activities by maintaining program documentation, supporting eligibility tracki

Created: 2026-03-23