Human Resources Generalist

The Evans Network of Companies•Schuylkill Haven, PA

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for administering and supporting key human resources functions with a primary focus on employee benefits, policy development, regulatory compliance, and leave administration. This role ensures the organization remains compliant with applicable state and federal employment laws while delivering effective programs that support employee well-being and operational efficiency. The HR Generalist serves as a resource to employees and management, providing guidance on policies, leave administration, workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, and employee wellness initiatives. The position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate documentation, promoting a safe and healthy workplace, and fostering consistent and equitable HR practices across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or similar field
3 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist position, with hands-on ownership of employee benefits administration, policy development, regulatory compliance, and leave administration, including hands-on experience administering FMLA, LOA, STD, and LTD, including coordination with third-party vendors
Proven experience leading the ADA interactive process
Experience with policy creation, ensuring handbooks, HR policies, and employment posters remain compliant and current
Advanced computer skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with a strong emphasis in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong proficiency with HRIS platforms and benefits administration systems
Solid working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people at different levels, including senior members of leadership
Ability to be caring, compassionate, and patient with our employees
The ability to develop trusting relationships with relevant stakeholders
Proven ability to handle confidential information/situations
Willingness and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and prioritization skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
Customer-service orientation paired with strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate information and respond to questions from internal customers in a timely manner
Ability to explain complex benefits concepts in plain language to employees with varying levels of understanding
Self-motivated and ability to work well within a fast-paced, high volume HR team environment
Understanding of need and ability to act with urgency and provide accurate information to customers
Willingness and ability to travel by car and plane up to 10% of the time

Nice To Haves

Experience administering workers’ compensation and unemployment claims, including vendor coordination and documentation
Experience supporting or coordinating workplace safety initiatives (e.g., fire drills, evacuation plans, CPR/AED readiness)
Familiarity with wellness program design, rollout, and participation tracking
Experience supporting payroll and HRIS administration
SHRM-CP and/or PHR credential
Experience maintaining content on SharePoint

Responsibilities

Administer the company’s medical / Rx coverage through the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) in partnership with the company’s ICHRA provider.
Serve as a key point of contact for all employees with ICHRA-related questions, provide personal assistance to employees with the enrollment process, and personally assist employees with any medical / Rx issues that require escalation to their insurance carrier.
Responsible for working with company’s accounting team to ensure that ICHRA invoices are appropriately reconciled.
Assist employees who are transitioning to Medicare.
Provide personal guidance on required documentation, enrollment timing, and coordination with the company’s vendor who assists with Medicare enrollment.
Assist employees with uploading proof of coverage for ICHRA reimbursement process.
Coordinate and support the annual benefits open enrollment process, including employee communications, system setup, enrollment tracking, and issue resolution.
Provide personal employee assistance throughout the enrollment window and ensure accurate processing of elections and compliance with enrollment deadlines.
Advise employees and leadership on the interpretation of policies, programs, and procedures.
Update the employee handbook and HR policies to reflect current practices and regulatory requirements for local, state, and federal employment regulations.
Support policy development, revisions, and distribution, ensuring employees have access to accurate and up-to-date information.
Ensure all HR related policies, procedures, processes, and employment posters are compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Serve as a Liaison with the company’s vendor to administer FMLA / LOA / STD / LTD / ADA accommodation processes:
Work with and monitor vendors to accurately track FMLA and other leaves of absence and ensure compliance.
Lead the "interactive process" required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), documenting steps taken and ensuring the appropriate and necessary individuals are involved, resulting in a timely and effective determination on all accommodation requests
Ensure vendor accurately administers STD and LTD claims by coordinating with carriers, employees, and managers.
Track claim status, assist with required documentation, and ensure accurate leave and payroll coordination as applicable.
Work with the company’s legal advisor to coordinate immigration-related processes to ensure employees’ work authorization and visas remain current and compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
Support the development and coordination of employee wellness initiatives designed to promote physical, mental, and financial well-being.
Assist with program logistics, communication, and participation tracking.
Maintain and regularly update HR-related content on the internal HR intranet, ensuring information is accurate, current, and easily accessible to employees.
Administer workers’ compensation claims by coordinating with employees, managers, and carriers.
Track claims, maintain documentation, and support return-to-work processes as applicable.
Support unemployment claims administration in partnership with the company’s vendor, including responding to claims, providing documentation, and coordinating hearings as needed.
Coordinate workplace safety initiatives, including evacuation planning, fire drills, AED readiness, and first aid/CPR training.
Maintain safety documentation, coordinate training schedules, and support compliance with applicable workplace safety requirements.
Serve as back-up to the Employee Services Specialist in the areas of payroll processing, benefits administration (for non-medical/Rx), onboarding, and HRIS administration.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA): Evans provides a monthly employer-funded allowance for employees to purchase the individual health insurance plan of their choice through our ICHRA partner, Take Command. This flexible model empowers employees to select coverage that fits their needs, location, and budget.
Dental and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Company Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Program
Supplemental Term Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
401K with up to 4% Employer Safe Harbor Matching
Paid Vacation
8 Paid Holidays
1 Floating Holiday
Identity & Fraud Protection
Pet Insurance
Paid on a weekly basis!
Employee referral bonus program ($500)
The opportunity to work with good humans!