Human Resources Generalist
About The Position
The Human Resources Generalist supports the administration and execution of the organization's human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, leave management, compliance, training, performance management, and HR operations. The position serves as a resource for employees and management by providing guidance on policies, procedures, employment practices, and workplace concerns. It collaborates with leadership to promote employee engagement, ensure regulatory compliance, and support organizational goals while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. The role is based in the office in Holton, Kansas, with travel as required. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., with occasional weekend or nighttime work as needed. Work may take place in professional office, operational, project, and field environments. Travel, evening meetings, and work outside normal business hours may be required. The employee may encounter construction, industrial, weather, or other field conditions and must comply with applicable safety practices. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position reports to the Director of Human Resources. Prairie Band, LLC designates this as a Tier 2 position under Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation; preference will be given as required under Section 22-2-4(B). Additional duties may be assigned, and employees may be asked to perform other job-related responsibilities as directed by their supervisor.
Requirements
- At least three years of progressively responsible human resources experience.
- Working knowledge of employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, leave management, and employment compliance.
- Knowledge of federal, state, local, and tribal employment laws and regulations.
- Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with professional discretion.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, HRIS systems, and business software applications.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent professional certification.
- Experience working within tribal enterprises, government contracting environments, or multi-entity organizations.
- Familiarity with Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation employment practices and tribal preference policies.
- Experience supporting employee engagement, workforce development, and organizational growth initiatives.
- Experience with HRIS implementation or administration.
Responsibilities
- Assist with recruitment, including job postings, applicant tracking, interview coordination, candidate communications, and support for hiring managers.
- Conduct new-hire orientation and onboarding; coordinate pre-employment screening, background checks, and hiring documentation.
- Maintain recruitment records and support affirmative action and tribal preference compliance requirements.
- Assist with workforce planning and staffing projects.
- Advise employees and supervisors on workplace concerns, policies, and procedures; assist with employee relations matters, investigations, fact-finding, documentation, and problem resolution.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Assist supervisors with employee coaching, corrective action, and performance improvement processes.
- Administer benefits processes, including enrollments, qualifying life events, status changes, terminations, employee inquiries, open enrollment support, reconciliation, audits, payroll deduction verification, and vendor reporting.
- Administer leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, military leave, workers' compensation coordination, and personal leaves of absence; process requests and supporting documentation accurately and on time.
- Maintain personnel files, HRIS records, and employment documentation; support employment-law compliance, HR reporting, audits, and record retention.
- Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining HR policies, procedures, forms, and communications.
- Support unemployment claims management and employment verification requests; maintain labor law postings and compliance notices; assist with HR metrics and workforce reporting.
- Coordinate performance evaluation processes and deadlines and assist managers with performance management tools and documentation.
- Support employee training, development, professional growth, recognition, and engagement initiatives.
- Assist payroll and finance teams with employee data changes affecting compensation and benefits; ensure employee information is accurate.
- Assist with position control, organizational charts, and workforce data management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
