Human Resources Generalist

Bouten Construction Company • Spokane, WA

91d • $35 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is a key member of Bouten Construction Company’s Human Resources team, supporting the employee lifecycle from recruiting and onboarding through HR programs and employee experience. The role partners with leaders, employees, candidates, union representatives, and internal departments to ensure people processes are efficient, compliant, and reflective of the company’s culture. This position is for a January 2027 hire and is located in Spokane, Washington.

The role leads full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions, coordinates new-hire onboarding and orientation, and provides administrative support across benefits, employee records, HRIS, training, performance management, employee communications, and other HR functions. It also supports employee questions, HR reporting, audits, compliance activities, and continuous improvement while maintaining confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred and/or three to five years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting employee administration and general HR operations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Excellent follow-up and attention to detail; sense of urgency on important matters.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, resourceful, and positive attitude.
• Ability to maintain focus on goals while remaining flexible when necessary.
• Self-starter and results-oriented.

Nice To Haves

• Recruiting experience, including support for the full recruitment lifecycle such as job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and onboarding.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience with union dispatch paperwork and union eligibility documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions, from job posting through candidate selection.
• Conduct phone screens, coordinate interviews, complete reference checks, and communicate with candidates and hiring managers.
• Coordinate offer letters, background checks, drug screenings, union dispatch paperwork, and employment documentation.
• Support career fairs, university recruiting, trade events, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
• Maintain recruiting data and track hiring metrics in the Applicant Tracking System and HRIS.
• Coordinate and facilitate new-hire onboarding and orientation.
• Partner with hiring managers, Payroll, Safety, IT, and other departments to prepare tools, equipment, and resources for employees’ first day.
• Administer employment paperwork, benefit enrollment, and union eligibility documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS, payroll system, and applicant tracking system.
• Monitor onboarding progress and follow up with employees and managers.
• Provide administrative support for benefits, employee records, HRIS administration, training, performance management, and employee communications.
• Respond to employee and manager questions about HR policies, benefits, and company procedures.
• Coordinate employee recognition programs, training sessions, company events, and HR initiatives.
• Prepare HR reports, correspondence, presentations, and employment documentation.
• Assist with HR audits, compliance activities, data reporting, and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain confidential employee information with professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.
• Relocation assistance available.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employee and family.
• 401(k) with company match, dollar for dollar up to 6%.
• Two to three weeks of vacation, depending on experience, and 12 sick days.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Philanthropy and volunteer opportunities.
• Company charitable giving.
• Service awards and recognition.
• Training and continued education support.
• On-site gym.
• Clothing allowance.
• Team events, including a holiday party, annual golf tournament, summer event, and annual town hall.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level