Human Resources Generalist

Big Bend Hospice•Tallahassee, FL

4d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Big Bend Hospice (BBH) is your “Hometown Hospice” providing compassionate end-of-life care for over 40 years to the Big Bend region. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, and excellence, we are seeking an experienced Human Resource Generalist to join our team full-time, on-site in Tallahassee Florida. The ideal candidate for the Human Resource Generalist (HRG) is experienced in managing the FMLA, WC, Unemployment and ADA processes; HRIS system administration; administers benefits, and leave; enforces company policies and practices.; conducts trainings and education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
A minimum of two years of human resource generalist experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Commitment to BBH’s core values: integrity, compassion, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly desired.

Responsibilities

Manages and administers the FMLA process, including reviewing documentation, issuing determinations, sending correspondence, and maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
Tracks FMLA usage, return-to-work dates, extensions, and coordinates with HR and employees regarding short-term disability and leave status.
Oversees the ADA process by evaluating accommodation requests, collaborating with department leaders, and managing related communications.
Manages the Workers’ Compensation process, serving as the primary contact for work-related injuries, filing claims, coordinating light duty, and working with the insurance carrier and payroll.
Serves as system administrator for the HRIS, providing training, maintaining configurations, and developing workflows to improve efficiency.
Administers employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, flexible spending, supplemental, voluntary, and 403B plans.
Acts as the main contact for benefit brokers, vendors, and third-party administrators, and conducts benefit education sessions for employees.
Manages benefit enrollments, COBRA, qualifying events, and compliance testing, and collaborates with payroll for billing reconciliation.
Provides customer service and develops communication tools to enhance understanding of benefits.
Reviews and audits benefit and retirement enrollments, status changes, and eligibility each month.
Supports ACA data management, annual 5500 filings, and benefit plan audits.
Assists the Senior HR Generalist with HR functions such as compensation, leave, employee relations, and compliance matters.
Responds to routine employment inquiries, escalating complex issues as needed.
Conducts quarterly visits to remote offices and participates in regular team and shadowing activities to support cross-department collaboration.
Completes assigned training to maintain compliance and stays current on HR trends, regulations, and best practices.
Ensures compliance with all employment laws and serves as back-up for recruiting, onboarding, and other HR administrative tasks.
Performs additional duties as assigned.