HR Sr Generalist
About The Position
The HR Senior Generalist (Level 2), an individual contributor, acts as the main liaison for all internal and external workplace investigations. This role requires the individual to ensure that all employee relations issues, ethics complaints, and internal and external escalations are addressed with meticulous objectivity and thoroughness, while strictly adhering to company policy and all federal, state and local laws. This role demands significant adaptability. Although the main focus is investigations, the scope of responsibilities is subject to change based on the organization's evolving needs. The individual in this position must be prepared to transition to other HR Generalist duties or undertake special projects assigned by leadership. Note that duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without prior notice.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 2–4 years of professional HR experience, with a heavy focus on Employee Relations or Investigations.
- Demonstrable knowledge of US Federal and State employment laws.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to remain neutral and empathetic during high-stress interviews.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and case management software.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP or PHR).
- Experience representing an employer in responses to the EEOC or Department of Labor.
Responsibilities
- Manage and ensure closure of employment investigations including those related to allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, workplace misconduct and violations of company policy. Also, investigating any reports originating from internal reports, anonymous hotlines, or external regulatory bodies, as appropriate.
- Maintain precise, legally defensible records of interviews, evidence, and findings. Prepare comprehensive written reports for leadership.
- Apply working knowledge of key U.S. employment law frameworks relevant to investigations and outcomes, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA (as applicable), NLRA considerations, and state/local anti-discrimination and leave laws.
- Partner with legal counsel on high-risk matters, legal claims, and litigation holds, while maintaining an independent fact-finding role.
- Recommend appropriate corrective actions or process improvements to prevent recurrence of issues, identify trends, support consistent application of discipline and remediation, and prevent retaliation.
- Expertly synthesize complex investigative findings into concise, high-impact summaries for key stakeholders, including executive leadership. Confidently present neutral, evidence-based conclusions to senior stakeholders, facilitating the leadership response phase by providing actionable insights.
- Ensure a comprehensive closed-loop process by verifying that systemic issues are addressed, stakeholders are appropriately debriefed, and organizational risks are mitigated.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
