Senior HR Generalist

Start Corporation•Houma, LA

About The Position

The Senior HR Generalist provides guidance to managers and staff on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, and supports employee relations, compliance, benefits, compensation, performance management, training, and HR operations. The role assists the CHRO with investigating employee complaints, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions. It also helps develop and communicate HR policies and employee handbooks, maintains confidential employee records, and ensures compliance with employment laws and organizational standards. The position supports benefits administration and payroll coordination, helps evaluate compensation practices, coordinates required training and professional development, and processes HR transactions. Additional duties include maintaining employee driver eligibility records, reviewing voluntary benefit invoices, preparing Board of Directors meeting minutes, verifying employee licenses and credentials, and participating in audits and special projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
4–6 years of progressively responsible HR experience.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems such as ADP, Paycom, or UKG.

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification.
Prior experience in employee relations and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to managers and staff on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
Assist the CHRO with investigating employee complaints and concerns, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Assist in developing, maintaining, and communicating HR policies and employee handbooks.
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with legal and organizational standards.
Support the performance evaluation process by guiding managers and staff through goal setting, feedback, and documentation.
Support benefits administration, including open enrollment, employee education, and problem resolution.
Partner with payroll and finance to ensure employee compensation data is accurate.
Conduct market research or internal analysis to support fair and competitive compensation practices.
Coordinate and track required training programs and professional development opportunities.
Identify and recommend training needs based on organizational goals and performance reviews.
Assist with processing HR transactions, including payroll changes, employee transfers, promotions, and terminations.
Complete and submit the monthly driver's list, updating eligible employee drivers in accordance with policy.
Review and audit monthly voluntary benefit invoices, including Unum Whole Life Insurance billing.
Attend Board of Directors meetings and prepare accurate meeting minutes for review and record retention.
Complete monthly licensure and credential verification checks to ensure employees maintain required professional licenses and certifications.
Review and follow up on expiring licenses, certifications, and credentials to ensure compliance.
Participate in audits, special projects, and other HR-related responsibilities as assigned.