Human Resources Generalist

Professional Engineering Consultants•Wichita, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of Chief People Officer, the HR Generalist supports the HR department and employees by providing a wide range of human resources services, including but not limited to employee relations, training, onboarding, leave administration, benefits, and recruitment. This position provides tactical support including policies, procedures, onboarding processes, employee relations, benefits administration, reporting and ongoing initiatives to support the growth and planning of the organization. Additional responsibilities include supporting policy and procedure reviews, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards, and handling special projects. The HR Generalist will also uphold HR policies and procedures and manage the employee termination process.

Requirements

Proficiency in MS Office, databases and HRIS Systems
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Competence in various Human Resources functional areas; recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, employee relations, and organizational development
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to Human Resources
Ability to handle highly confidential information in a professional manner
Demonstrates an elevated level of judgment and discretion
Self-starter, with a "let's get things done" attitude
Must possess a high sense of urgency, initiative, and common sense
Must act in a professional and courteous manner, and demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
Great attention to detail
Ability to work independently, prioritizing and organizing workload to meet deadlines
Strong ability to multi-task and work well in an environment subject to changing priorities and demands
Ability to communicate with all levels within the organization
Demonstrated ability to be a team player with a positive attitude
Conceptual thinker with fantastic organizational and time management skills
Display strong problem solving and decision-making skills with a deep understanding of employee relationships, staffing management and payroll
Bachelors degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field is required
Minimum of (2) years of progressive human resources experience
PHR or SHRM Certification required

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a high level of competence, professionalism, and confidentiality, ensuring that information is communicated accurately, timely, and appropriately
Assist with Human Resources communications and responds to questions regarding policies, procedures, timekeeping systems, accruals, and benefits
Assist leaders on employee relation issues including but not limited to: leave administration, employee relations, employee discipline, performance improvement plans, grievances, policy violations and termination meeting and educate leaders on policy interpretation and execution
Assist and support talent acquisition and other recruitment activities including planning, organizing and attending career fairs
Assist with Benefits Administration- healthcare, life insurance, etc. Lead benefit orientations and assist with open enrollment. Support payroll in benefits billing and ensure proper enrollments. Process documentation for FMLA
Successfully assist with and/or lead HR related projects including those involving a high degree of complexity, confidentiality and organizational impact
Assist and provide support for all onboarding activities for assigned facilities to include reference checks, background checks, facilitating offer letters, employee file set up and maintenance, and onboarding, to ensure the organization is adding and retaining the best, most elite group of talented individuals who are also the right cultural fit
Participates in monthly and annual benefit enrollment meetings, prepare documentation, notifying participants, and coordinating enrollments with Insurance Broker / Carriers
Assists with the annual open enrollment process. Be available to staff as subject matter expert for all PEC benefit plans
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
Assist with investigations and documentation of formal complaints and assists Managers with corrective actions & PIPs
Assist with all administrative aspects of the leave of absence process to include ensuring all relevant completed medical documentation is submitted for timely review, tracking hours used/taken, sending timely notifications of leave approvals or denials and employee files are maintained
Assist with compliance reporting and audits
Manage annual harassment training & create employee training plans as needed
Assist management to develop and maintain job descriptions
Attends seminars, active participation in professional societies; reads trade publications to stay current with HR related laws and activities
Periodic travel to remote offices, scheduled career fairs, and other trips as required
Ensure employee personnel files are maintained in compliance with applicable legal, state certification and licensing requirements
Travel periodically, but not on a regular or monthly basis, to remote offices, scheduled career fairs, conferences, and other trips as required or assigned
Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion