HR Generalist - Spring, TX

Iron Oak Energy • Spring, TX

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About The Position

Iron Oak Energy, a leading provider of proppant to the oil and gas industry with a differentiated footprint of low-cost, logistically advantaged mining and terminal assets serving all major U.S. shale basins. Iron Oak Energy Solutions, formed from the strategic combination of Covia Energy and Black Mountain Sand to create a premier frac sand mining company, delivering superior products and solutions to diversified oil and natural gas markets across North America. The combination positions Iron Oak Energy with unmatched scale, reliability, and deliverability to customers in all major oil and gas shale plays. The HR Generalist plays a hands-on role supporting our rapidly growing corporate organization. This position partners closely with leaders and employees to deliver practical HR solutions across the employee lifecycle while helping build scalable people processes that support continued growth. The ideal candidate for this role is curious, proactive, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where they can both execute day-to-day HR activities and contribute to continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Coordinator, HR Generalist, Talent Acquisition, or similar HR support role.
• Experience supporting multiple HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR operations, or performance management.
• Working knowledge of employment practices, HR processes, and confidentiality requirements.
• Experience using HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Office, and other business applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting a corporate office, shared services, or high-growth organization.
• Experience partnering directly with people leaders on employee and performance-related matters.
• Exposure to process improvement, organizational growth, change management, or HR project work.
• Experience working with external recruiting agencies or third-party recruiting partners.
• Builds trust and credibility through professionalism, responsiveness, and sound judgment.
• Demonstrates initiative and takes ownership of work with minimal direction.
• Strong customer service mindset with a practical, solutions-oriented approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills and take on increasing responsibility.
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion when handling sensitive employee information.
• Identifies opportunities to improve processes and contributes ideas that support organizational growth and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships with managers and employees by providing responsive, practical HR guidance and support on day-to-day people matters.
• Support leaders through the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee development, performance management, transfers, promotions, and offboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition throughout the recruiting process by coordinating interviews, supporting candidate experience, and helping ensure timely hiring decisions.
• Coordinate and deliver a seamless onboarding experience, including pre-employment activities, new hire orientation, first-day readiness, and manager follow-up.
• Support employee relations matters through intake, documentation, fact gathering, and partnership with HR leadership to ensure timely and consistent resolution.
• Coach managers on HR policies, processes, and best practices while escalating complex issues as appropriate.
• Support performance management processes by coordinating timelines, preparing documentation, and assisting leaders with process-related questions.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, reports, and data within the HRIS while ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.
• Ensure HR processes are completed accurately, consistently, and in compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, streamline administrative work, and build scalable practices that support a growing organization.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives, communications, recognition programs, and other activities that enhance the employee experience.
• Coordinate HR meetings, prepare presentations and materials, track action items, and ensure timely follow-up on key initiatives.
• Participate in HR projects and cross-functional initiatives that support organizational growth and operational excellence.
• Balance multiple priorities while providing exceptional service to leaders and employees in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Health, dental, vision and long-term disability insurance following 60-days of employment
• 401(K) retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays and time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level