JOB PURPOSE:  

The Human Resources Generalist II serves as an administrator for critical human resources functions and workforce management that includes responsibilities for benefit administration, workers’ compensation, employee leave programs, training, maintaining employee records and other various aspects of the Human Resources Department.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Facilitates development and communication of organizational policies and programs and ensures labor law and regulatory compliance.
• Provides resources to managers and employees for problem resolution, disciplinary issues, performance counseling, internal investigation and research, application of personnel and organizational policy and procedure, personal and professional development (training), communication and support, etc.
• Administers leave of absence programs in accordance with state and federal laws and IHMG policies and procedures.
• Implements and manages employee benefit programs from the open enrollment process to vendor and HRIS coordination. 
• Coordinates with department staff to maintain employment, attendance and other employee records, and to address various requests for information, such as, unemployment claims, disability claims, employment verification, etc. for current and former employees.
• Remains current with employment labor law, employee relations, wage and salary regulations.
• Completes annual EEO-1 report, and ACA reporting requirements.  
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including completing all training requirements within the specified timeframe.
• Promotes the purpose, values, and foundations of IHMG at all levels of the organization and to our community partners.
• Other administrative duties required meeting company performance standards.

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of seven years Human Resources experience required. PHR certification preferred.
• HRIS or database experience preferred (data entry, data retrieval and report generation).

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of human resources management practices and principles.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Advanced computer skills with proficiency in Windows, MSWord, Excel, and database software programs.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in a multi-faceted, fast-paced environment.
• Verbal and written communication skills necessary to convey information effectively and professionally, with courtesy and tact.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills necessary to project a positive and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple administrative projects.
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with staff at all levels.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential employee information in a professional manner.
• Working knowledge of office equipment, i.e. computers, copiers, fax machines, printers, etc.

Physical Requirements:

• Involves sitting approximately 90 percent of the day, walking or standing the remainder. Some bending, stooping, and lifting up to 15 pounds.

Equipment Operated:

• Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment:

• Position in a well lighted and well ventilated office environment. Frequent contact with a variety of people.

Safety:

• All employees are responsible for complying with safe and healthful work practices as outlined in the Company's Employee Safety and Injury and Illness Prevention Program and policies and procedures specific to their department needs.