HR Generalist

SAEC Kinetic Vision Inc•Cincinnati, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Kinetic Vision is a Cincinnati-based technology consulting company that combines advanced engineering, product development, visualization, software, simulation, and digital capabilities to solve complex business challenges. Our success depends on talented people, strong teams, and an employee experience that supports collaboration, growth, and high-quality work. We are seeking an approachable, organized, and dependable HR Generalist to support employees and leaders throughout the employee lifecycle. This role is a good fit for an HR professional who is ready to independently manage core responsibilities while continuing to develop experience in employee relations, talent development, and HR operations.

Requirements

One to three years of relevant human resources or people-operations experience
Experience supporting areas such as recruiting, onboarding, benefits, payroll, leave administration, employee relations, performance management, or HR administration
General understanding of employment practices and applicable federal and state requirements
Ability to independently manage routine employee questions and recognize when additional guidance or escalation is needed
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with employees and leaders
Clear, thoughtful, and professional written and verbal communication
Strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail
Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment
Experience using HRIS, payroll, benefits, or applicant-tracking systems

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, organizational leadership, or a related field is helpful but not required. Equivalent professional experience, training, and demonstrated HR capabilities will be considered.
Experience with ADP or a comparable HR and payroll platform
Experience within an engineering, consulting, technology, professional-services, or project-based organization
Experience supporting university, co-op, or early-career recruiting
SHRM-CP, PHR, or progress toward a relevant HR certification
Experience improving HR processes, documentation, or employee resources

Responsibilities

Serve as an accessible HR resource for employees and leaders
Respond to questions related to policies, benefits, payroll, time off, and other employment matters
Help leaders address employee communication, performance concerns, documentation, and policy questions
Support employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion, and good judgment
Help provide a positive, consistent, and responsive employee experience
Coordinate job postings, candidate communication, interviews, background checks, and pre-employment activities
Partner with hiring leaders to support recruiting plans and maintain a positive candidate experience
Prepare offer letters and other employment documentation
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities
Support university recruiting, co-op hiring, career fairs, and community partnerships
Maintain accurate employee records and HR system information
Process employee changes involving compensation, job titles, reporting relationships, employment status, and benefits
Support payroll preparation and help resolve payroll or timekeeping questions
Administer leave, PTO, benefit enrollment, and other employee programs
Maintain required documentation and support compliance with applicable employment requirements
Assist with policies, employee communications, reporting, audits, and annual HR processes
Identify opportunities to simplify and improve HR processes
Coordinate performance review and employee development processes
Support leaders with goal setting, feedback, and performance documentation
Help identify and coordinate training and professional-development opportunities
Track certifications, development plans, and other talent information
Contribute to employee engagement, recognition, retention, and workforce-planning efforts