Primary Role and Purpose:

The human resource generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with management. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment, employment, compliance with school policies and state and federal laws.  

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources preferred. 

Experience:

• 2 years of human resources experience preferred.
• K-12 school experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all organization personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains the employee handbook and the policies and procedures manual.
• Recruit for open positions and perform the full life cycle of recruiting activities including sourcing and screening applicants, maintaining recruiting systems, drafting offer letters, providing follow--through with candidates, supporting hiring managers, and reporting recruiting statistics.
• Lead employee onboarding activities; answer employee questions and provide support to managers when integrating new hires into the organization.
• Implement fingerprint supported background checks and teaching certification of all applicable employees.
• Administer employee benefit programs, answer employee questions, support claim resolution, and maintain related systems.
• Maintain employee records.
• Responsible for new hire, termination, and change of status forms with payroll.
• Serve as employee liaison to assist in problem resolution with issues related to benefit deductions and pay.
• Coordinate and ensure completion of employee exit interviews. Report outcome of exit interview information to management and tracks/maintains data.
• Check employee certification and credentials before hiring.
• Review employee files for ongoing certification needs.
• Track employee continuing education units and professional development needs and activities.
• Gather, manage and file all hardcopy and computerized reports, records and other documents required by the position.

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of human resources practices.
• Capable of interpreting policy, procedures, and data.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, public relations and interpersonal skills.
• General knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel administration; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with peers and employees; ability to present information and make recommendations effectively in oral and written Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of the Internet.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and make deadlines.
• Demonstrates good judgment; approachable and professional; solid problem-solving skills; ability to handle multiple tasks; self--motivated; well organized. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None 

Job-Related Conditions:

• Maintain control in stressful situations.
• Manage time with frequent interruptions.
• Extended computer time.

*All primary roles and major responsibilities are listed. There may be additional duties and skills required for each job. 

Full Benefits Package:

EXCEPTIONAL Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

403b Employer Match

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Federal Holidays

Professional Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time