HR Generalist II
About The Position
Southern Companies is looking for an experienced HR Generalist II to serve as a key tactical HR partner across our multi -state operations. You'll work with a high degree of independence while staying closely connected to the HR Manager, handling the full scope of employee relations, leave administration, benefits support, and compliance training for teams across Texas, Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Louisiana. This is an onsite position based in Kilgore, TX, with regular travel to Southern Companies locations. This isn't a siloed role, you will be the first call for employees and managers alike, and your work, along with the rest of the HR team will directly shape how people experience HR at Southern.
Requirements
- You have at least 4 years of progressive HR experience, not just time in the seat, but real ownership.
- You know the difference between a situation you can handle and one that needs to go up the chain, and you act accordingly.
- Multi -state experience is a must. You're comfortable applying federal law alongside the specific requirements of a state.
- Experience handling complex ER matters from initial intake and documentation through disciplinary action with consistency, discretion, and sound judgment.
- Hands -on experience administering leave programs and coordinating ADA accommodation processes, including documentation, notices, and the formal interactive process.
- Comfortable working with an HR team to assist in fielding enrollment questions, supporting open enrollment, and coordinating with carriers, knowing when to resolve and when to escalate.
Nice To Haves
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM -CP, or SHRM -SCP certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- First point of contact for ER matters
- Document, investigate, and guide managers through performance issues
- Issue warnings and PIPs with accuracy and care
- Escalate sensitive matters with a clear written summary
- Administer FMLA, state leave, and personal leave programs
- Manage designation notices, tracking, and return -to -work
- Identify ADA obligations and support the interactive process
- Coordinate with managers on coverage and reinstatement
- Support HR team during enrollment, open enrollment, and mid -year changes
- Field benefit questions; escalate carrier -level issues
- Maintain documentation across federal, state, and company requirements
- Develop and coordinate compliance and policy training
- Track training completion and identify recurring gaps
- Support onboarding, offboarding, HRIS, and HR projects
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Short -Term Disability
- Long -Term Disability
- 401(k) Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
