Human Resources Generalist

Appalachian Agency For Senior Citizens Inc•Cedar Bluff, VA

About The Position

At the Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens the Human Resources (HR) team is focused on what people need and how to provide it. For a people person who wants to begin a career in the exciting world of HR, this is the best place to dive in. We’re searching for a qualified and resourceful Human Resources Generalist to support our department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. The Human Resources Generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, and will help with important functions such as staffing, training and development, and compensation and benefits. At AASC we understand that our business thrives when our employees thrive, and it begins with hiring the right Human Resources Generalist.

Requirements

Associates degree preferred; high school diploma required.
Prior knowledge of principles and practices of human resources preferred.
Requires effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and computer literacy.
Must have valid driver’s license, willing to work a flexible schedule, and be able to travel throughout the Agency service region to include Marion and Bristol, VA locations when needed.
Transportation will be provided.
The selected candidate must pass a drug screen and background check.
Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work alone or as a team in a demanding work environment.
Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relations with people in the course of work.
Demonstrates excellent confidentiality practices relative to agency, clients and employees.
Demonstrates strong work ethics, excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Must be able to drive and possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to work flexible hours as Agency’s needs arise.
Proficient in MS Office and HRIS programs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ADP is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources office.
Ensures that all human resources practices and objectives provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture.
Posts and advertises open positions, assists in recruitment process at job fairs, and composing offer letters for new hires.
Responsible for all related applicant tracking for compliance.
Conducts interviews as required and assists staff members in identifying and creating job-related interviews questions.
Conducts all post-offer compliance checks including criminal and driving records; coordinates scheduling for all post-offer physicals, drug testing, along with TB vaccines and Hep B vaccines.
Handles all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in the (HRIS) system and audits for accuracy and compliance. Experience in ADP is a plus.
Responsible for records management for all personnel, medical, family medical leave and worker’s compensation files.
Develops and maintains good relationships with colleges, employment agencies and other recruitment resources.
Assists in providing research and compiling statistical information for use in implementation of procedures and policies.
Assists in administration of compensation program; helps to monitor performance appraisal process.
Communicates with physicians, providers and supervisors concerning worker’s compensation and completes initial claims processing as needed.
Using universal precautions and following safety and DOT and Non-DOT guidelines, may be required to schedule the drug screening, and breath alcohol testing.
As needed, may be required to ensure all collection paperwork is completed accurately with all necessary information related to specimen collection utilizing standard practices in handling specimens and chains of custody.
May assist with monitoring and maintaining supplies needed to conduct required drug and alcohol testing for the Agency.
Maintains strict confidentiality in all issues relating to the agency, clients and employees.
Completes special projects and other agency-related duties as assigned.