HR Generalist

EvergreenHealth•Monroe, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist provides administrative and operational support for Human Resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee records administration, and employee engagement. The role supports hiring by coordinating reference and background checks, facilitating onboarding for new employees, and supporting Hospital-Wide Orientation programs. It maintains the performance management system and ensures personnel files, licensure and certification records, and other employee documentation are accurate, current, and compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. The position delivers timely, courteous, and professional service to internal and external customers. This is an in-office role based in Monroe, Washington, scheduled for 40 hours per week on a day schedule.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of work experience in Human Resources.
Knowledge of HR regulations, compliance, and employment practices.
Strong attention to detail and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate reference checks, background checks, pre-employment drug screens, new-hire credentialing, and onboarding.
Meet with new employees for HR orientation and coordinate employee health records with the Employee Health Nurse.
Lead the Hospital-Wide Orientation process and facilitate biweekly sessions, including preparing materials and coordinating communications with attendees and other parties.
Assist employees with completing HR forms and respond to routine inquiries about policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, regulatory requirements, laws, and work rules.
Use the HRIS to enter and access employee data.
Assist with licensure, certification, and new employee training compliance; enter licensure, certification, and training data in a timely manner.
Maintain performance evaluation data and other system information, and understand position-specific regulatory requirements.
Maintain the master library of employee job descriptions; review proposed management changes and revisions; ensure descriptions are compliant and non-discriminatory.
Maintain the electronic employee personnel record system and ensure personnel records are current and legally compliant; scan and index documents, troubleshoot system issues, and respond to requests for personnel-file copies.
Conduct formal management training on HR topics as designated by leadership.
Participate in department staff meetings, the Safety Committee, Hospital Week, and other employee-event planning meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.