Senior Human Resources Generalist
About The Position
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist to support its mission of improving mental health and wellbeing in the community. The role serves as the primary HR partner for assigned departments and provides guidance across recruitment, benefits, employee relations, and performance management. The Senior HR Generalist also manages leave, disability, and workers’ compensation cases; mentors HR Generalist team members; leads strategic HR initiatives; and participates in agency committees that shape organizational culture. The position offers a hybrid schedule with two remote workdays per week after six months of employment. The work takes place primarily in an office environment and requires travel throughout the Kalamazoo area. Salary is commensurate with education and years of HR experience. Applicants should include a cover letter with their application and resume.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
- Minimum five years of HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of labor laws, including FLSA, FMLA, and ADA.
- Proven experience with HRIS systems, ATS platforms, and sourcing CRM software.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
- Demonstrated experience in recruitment and talent acquisition.
- Track record of fostering inclusive workplaces and advancing DEIB initiatives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational skills.
- Customer service mindset.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships at all levels.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Dependable, adaptable, and professional, with the ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical demands include prolonged sitting and standing; light lifting up to 25 pounds; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending; and coordination of hands and/or eye, hand, and foot, as well as the ability to hear and communicate verbally.
- Ability to travel throughout the Kalamazoo area.
Nice To Haves
- Professional HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP).
- Experience with UKG Ready.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned departments, providing guidance and support in recruitment, benefits, employee relations, and performance management.
- Oversee and manage FMLA, ADA, and Workers’ Compensation cases, including documentation, employee communication, and case coordination.
- Mentor and support HR Generalist team members with complex cases and policy interpretation.
- Lead strategic HR initiatives, including career fairs, recruitment campaigns, internship programs, and other key HR projects.
- Participate in agency committees that shape organizational culture.
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays.
- 23 days of PTO, with the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in the wellness program.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Retirement plans described as among the best in southwest Michigan.
- Ongoing education for professional development.
- Hybrid schedule with two remote workdays per week after six months of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
