Human Resources Generalist

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Human Resources Generalist to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day HR operations, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and policy implementation. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem-solver with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for creating a positive employee experience.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Position:

1. Provide Human Resources support and direction to people leaders and employees with the purpose of supporting business operations, enhancing performance, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and employment laws;
2. Lead talent acquisition process by managing overall process, posting positions, coordinating interviews, requesting background checks, communicating with applicants, and collaborating with people leaders to understand skills and competencies required for openings;
3. Perform routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leaves, disciplinary matters, investigations, performance and talent management, recognition, and morale;
4. Retain solid working knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law;
5. Assist with coordinating timely unemployment and worker’s compensation claims filing, reporting and case monitoring;
6. Manage and coordinate employee benefits upon hire and throughout employment life cycle, including assisting with annual Employee Benefits Open Enrollment process, coordinating employee & dependent tuition assistance benefits, and quarterly Adidas discount program;
7. Maintain confidential employee personnel files and records; purge files in accordance with record retention policies and recordkeeping laws and requirements;
8. Coordinate employee termination process, including appropriate Paycom data entry, completion and processing of appropriate paperwork, staff notification, and conduct the employee exit process;
9. Respond to general employee inquiries regarding Human Resources policies and procedures, and timely and accurately enter all employee data into the Paycom Software system;
10. Support the creation and review of new and/or revised job descriptions by partnering with people leaders on an on-going basis to keep current;
11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics, the Executive Associate Athletics Director Human Resources or their designee.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and various digital devices, including, but not limited to:  cell phone, printer, copy machine, and other related devices. This job requires flexibility and adaptability in schedule and the ability to perform job related duties on short notice.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This position may require frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 25 pounds; standing up to eight hours each day; and working in all weather conditions.

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time position.  Days and hours of work will vary based on the needs of the position. Early morning, evening and weekend work maybe required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university;
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a Human Resources generalist role;
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS and talent management systems;
• Proven knowledge of HR best practices, state and federal employment-related laws and compliance
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact with employees at all levels;
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and ability to handle confidential information with discretion;
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance, must be able to work variable schedule, as needed;
• Strong analytical, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision on a day-to-day basis;
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SHRM-CP or PHR Certification;
• Demonstrated proficiency using Paycom software system.