Human Resources Generalist

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Fitchburg, MA

22d

About The Position

Under direction of HR Leader, responsible for performing a variety of HR functions which may include: benefit administration, recruiting/staffing, employee relations, implementation of policies and procedures, training, HRIS support and employee communications. May take on assignments from various areas of Human Resources, such as recruiting, compensation, benefits, on and off-boarding, training, etc. May research and resolve employee problems and questions. Updates and maintains the HRIS systems. May respond to outside queries from vendors, and companies verifying employment under the direction of HR management. Performs administrative or support tasks in functional area. Provides support to employee recognition and morale activities and programs. In addition, general administrative support includes assisting staff, managers, and functional departments with their administrative needs and requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field and 2+ years of experience in human resource management
Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult and emotional issues
Ability to research and analyze various different type of data information
Ability to make recommendations to effectiveness resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Ability to coach and develop other employees less experienced in HR
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of HR administration
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of various software packages (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, ADP, etc)
MS Office skills required
U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Background in employment law and other government compliance regulations is preferred
HRIS experience preferred
SPHR or PHR certification preferred

Responsibilities

Under direction of HR Leader, responsible for performing a variety of HR functions which may include: benefit administration, performance and compensation management, recruiting/staffing, employee relations, implementation of policies and procedures, training, HRIS support and employee communications
Communicate HR policies and procedures
Onboarding (conduct orientation, new hire welcome packages, processing of background checks, I9 Verify, etc.)
Ensure all required pre-hire activities (completed background checks, new hire IT requests, onboarding communications) are scheduled and completed to ensure a timely start date and new hire processing, escalate any related issues accordingly
May handle terminations and corrective action issues
Perform exit interviews with terminating employees
Assist with investigations involving harassment, EEOC, and similar types of claims ensuring legal compliance, as directed
Comply with all state and federal regulations
Assist in administering the compensation program including the execution of the annual performance appraisal process
Communicate benefit policies and changes
Coordinate open enrollment activities
Working with third-party provider, research and resolve complex employee benefit problems and questions
Administer leaves of absence, FMLA, workers’ compensation and STD/LTD processes
Assist managers in conducting needs analysis for open positions
Source candidates using a variety of methods (i.e., Internet, career fairs, colleges, etc) from both internal and external sources
Process new hires and onboard all new employees
Ensure timely submittal and processing of employee data via HRIS systems (original new hire data and changes, as appropriate)
Compile statistical reports for the department or regulatory agencies (i.e., DCAA, EEO, AAP, internal audit teams, etc)
Work closely with payroll department
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Work closely with management at all levels

Benefits

annual performance-based bonuses
equity awards
overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable
comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
parental leave benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional development support
life and disability insurance coverage
medical, dental, and vision coverage
a company contribution to a health savings account
telemedicine
life and disability insurance
legal insurance
a 401(k) savings plan
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
competitive vacation
health/emergency leave
paid parental leave
community service hours