Human Resource Generalist

Think Together•Elk Grove, CA

About The Position

The Human Resource Generalist provides day-to-day support across HR functions, including onboarding, employee data management, and special projects. Under the direction of the Human Resources Generalist Lead, this role serves as a resource for employees and managers, supports a positive employee experience, and helps administer organizational HR policies, programs, and procedures. The position works closely with the HR team to coordinate activities and maintain accurate employee records. The role coordinates new-hire onboarding and orientation, handles administrative processes for employee transfers, promotions, terminations, and exit interviews, and collaborates with payroll on final wages and payroll data. It also responds to employee questions, supports HR programs and initiatives, maintains physical and electronic files, checks time and attendance and payroll information, and provides guidance on organizational policies and procedures. Special projects and program support at a site may also be assigned. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience, and at least one year of HR, customer service, or related experience. A preferred qualification is working knowledge of California employment law. Candidates must pass a Live Scan criminal background check and provide and maintain a clear TB test throughout employment. Reliable transportation is required; employees driving a personal or company vehicle for work must provide proof of a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. The role uses Microsoft Office, standard office equipment, internet-based applications, ADP, and employment eligibility systems. The employer is Think Together, a California nonprofit founded in 1997 that partners with schools to provide programs for children.

Requirements

At least one year of human resources, customer service, or related experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interpret data and use information to support business decisions.
Must pass a Live Scan criminal background check.
Must provide and maintain a clear tuberculosis (TB) test throughout employment.
Reliable transportation is required to meet the needs of the position.
If operating a personal or company vehicle for work-related location requirements, must maintain and provide HR with proof of a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, standard office equipment, and internet-based applications.
Proficiency in ADP and employment eligibility systems.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of California employment law.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and administer new-hire onboarding, including preparing materials, facilitating orientation, ensuring required employment documentation is completed, coordinating system and facility access, and serving as a primary contact for new employees.
Administer employee transfers, promotions, terminations, and exit interviews, including HRIS data entry, and audit work for accuracy and compliance.
Coordinate with payroll to support timely and accurate processing of final wages.
Summarize and report regional payroll information to identify trends or discrepancies and provide management with data for workforce planning and costs.
Support HR department operations, programs, processes, and initiatives, and provide input to improve departmental effectiveness.
Respond to employee questions and concerns about HR policies, procedures, and employment matters while supporting compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.
Update, audit, and maintain physical and electronic employee files for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Verify time and attendance data and payroll records using Excel to calculate and check data.
Communicate professionally, effectively, and promptly with employees, managers, and candidates in writing and verbally.
Organize and prioritize workload to complete assignments accurately and meet deadlines.
Complete assigned special projects, including conducting research and developing and organizing information.
Guide and support employees and business leaders in interpreting Think Together policies, procedures, and best practices.
Create and maintain data-entry and tracking sheets as needed.
Review work for quality and accuracy before submission.
Maintain confidentiality and security of employee and organizational information, follow privacy laws and information-security protocols, and handle records according to retention and access requirements.
Provide program support at a site if needed.
Contribute to employee morale and company culture.
Work closely with the HR Generalist Lead to ensure HR duties are executed accurately and timely.
Perform additional duties as assigned.