Human Resources Generalist

Edupoint Educational Systems LLC•Mesa, AZ

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resource Generalist will be primarily responsible for providing support in staff relations, recruiting, onboarding, compliance and Human Resources (HR) operations. Additionally, this role will also provide back up support to the existing HR Generalist with payroll, 401k and benefits administration while additionally contributing to the support of the HR team to ensure HR programs are executed effectively, supports all organizational goals, helps mitigate risks and enhances the overall staff experience across the full staff lifecycle. The HR Generalist carries out the full onboarding cycle for new hires, including delivering new hire orientation and completion of onboarding documents and set up. This role will be responsible for maintaining I-9 records and compliance, job descriptions, and will be the primary back up to support for payroll, 401k, and benefits administration. Additionally, this role will help support the HR team in carrying out responsibilities related to recruiting, staff relations, training and development, compliance, other HR programs, and implement solutions that promote a positive, high-performing workplace.

Requirements

General knowledge of Federal and Multi-State employment laws
General knowledge of Wage and Hour Laws (FLSA) and E-Verify/I-9 Compliance
Beginner/Intermediate HRIS experience required such as ADP, Paycor, Paycom, Workday etc. with Paylocity the preferred HRIS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have both a staff and company oriented approach to all things that arise
Must be a team player
Must be detail oriented
Excellent problem solving
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines
Ability to work independently
Ability to approach and manage sensitive issues with fairness, neutrality and confidentiality
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Management or a related field, or a combination of related experience
2 or more years of proven HR experience in handling at least one of the following focuses: Benefits Administration and Open Enrollment, Recruiting and Onboarding, General HR Administrative Duties
1 or more years of proven Payroll experience in full payroll cycle of duties, including, but not limited to: preparing payroll batch, timecard review, audits and reporting, payroll register and finalization

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of ADA, FMLA, EEO, Title VII preferred
Experience conducting workplace investigations preferred
Beginner/Intermediate experience of running through full Payroll Processing Cycle preferred
Beginner/Intermediate knowledge of 401k compliance, Safe Harbor, and administration preferred
Experience handling payroll, 401k, and/or HR related audit reports preferred
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) / SHRM-CP, or other similar certification; not required, but preferred
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) / SHRM-SCP, or other similar certification; not required, but preferred

Responsibilities

Onboard new hires in Paylocity
Develop and conduct new hire orientation for all new staff members
Maintain I-9 Records Documentation and Compliance with E-Verify DHS
Assist in maintaining National Staff Handbook and State Addendums to ensure all is kept up to date and acknowledged annually
Review all time off policies and requests as well as prepare related reporting
Create, maintain and update onboarding plans for the organization
Update job descriptions for organization
Assist management with the handling and resolution of staff relations
Assist with tracking and maintaining mandatory trainings, TB testing and Fingerprinting administration
Assist with creating and rolling out professional development programs to meet the training needs and desires of Edupoint staff
Assist with Trip Reduction and any other locally or nationally required programs
Continually monitor and evaluate employment benefits and perks to maximize impact of programs on staff
Maintain organization chart for staff updates on our Intranet
Maintain general knowledge of federal and multi-state laws regarding employment practices, which may include attending relevant HR, legal, labor, payroll, benefits, and 401k webinars throughout the year
Knowledge of staff policy and procedures
Contribute and maintain deadlines within Recurring HR Annual Calendar
Back-up for existing HR Generalist, recruiting and special projects as assigned
Other duties as assigned