HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

JOB SUMMARY:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties and working closely with Human Resources Department Management in supporting the organization.  The HR Generalist will carry out responsibilities across all functional areas of human resources while focusing primarily in the areas of recruiting benefits, and workplace safety. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Work with recruiter to perform full cycle recruiting for all departments to include resume screening and ranking, phone screens, coordinate interviews, and facilitate the offer approval process
• Oversee the screening of incoming applications, both internal and external
• Coach hiring managers on interviewing techniques and assist them in drafting/ updating new job descriptions
• Review posted open positions on company career board, social media and other relevant resources to reach the appropriate candidate pool
• Proactively search relevant resources for qualified candidates
• Communicate C.E.R.M.’s values, culture, and benefits programs to employees and job candidates
• Perform benefits administration including annual open enrollment, new hire enrollment, qualifying life event changes, employee census submittal, communicating benefit information to employees, and answering questions
• Administer various human resources plans and procedures for all organization personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures
• Oversee the company's onboarding process to include, employment offer letters, new hire documentation for employees
• Coordinate regular employee feedback cycles through formal reviews, coaching, and goal-setting
• Train managers on best practices for constructive employee communication 
• Serve as HR representative during disciplinary action, investigations, or conflict resolution
• Perform all off boarding duties in the event of employee separation
• Act as a champion for employee development by managing training and competency programs, as well as establishing learning paths for all employees
• Prepare and maintain employee files, assuring accuracy, compliance and confidentiality (i.e. unemployment claims verifications, I-9 status and state regulations)
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed
• Facilitate the Worker's Compensation process from inception to completion
• Ensure employee compliance with annual physicals 
• All other duties and special projects as assigned

Secondary Responsibilities: 

• Serve as backup to payroll

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledges, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list:

• Knowledge and experience across the human resources body of knowledge including employment benefits, recruitment, compensation, workplace safety, employee relations, employee engagement, and employee law
• Engineering industry experience a plus
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS Systems, Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now is a plus
• Excellent written, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and juggle multiple competing priorities
• Evidence of business acumen with proven results in influencing and advising managers at all levels
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field
• 4+ years of Human Resources and Payroll experience
• Direct experience performing work in the areas of recruiting, employee benefits, and workplace safety

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's degree or Certification in Human Resources Management (HRM) a plus
• Experience in SilkRoads, Ajera and SharePoint a plus
• Experience with learning management systems a plus

LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• PHR or SHRM-CP, desired

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required
• This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This job operates in a professional office environment
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines

CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT, L.L.C. is a Certified Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, and/or disability. C.E.R.M. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background, credit check, and drug screen.