Job Description

Multi-state property management company seeks full-time (40 hrs/wk) HR Generalist for its Baton Rouge office.

The HR Generalist administers human resources policies, procedures and programs in the following functional areas: recruitment, payroll administration, Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), training and development, and benefits administration.

POSITION WILL BE HEAVILY FOCUSED ON RECRUITING.

THIS IS A HOURLY, NON-EXEMPT POSITION.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

RECRUITMENT

• Reviews and clarifies staffing needs with hiring managers.
• Prepares job advertisements.
• Screens applications, interviews, and evaluates capabilities of qualified applicants.
• Arranges for second interviews with hiring managers as appropriate.
• Obtains references and other credentials as appropriate.
• Extends job offers.
• Generates and maintains required records, reports, and files.
• Plans, coordinates and participates in career days, open houses, and other activities to attract qualified candidates.

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATION

• Processes payroll for all employees by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Compiles billing information to invoice apartment complexes.
• Handles complaints or questions regarding payroll discrepancies. Corrects as needed through payroll adjustments.
• Obtains approvals for payroll adjustments as needed.
• Maintains quarterly payroll reports. Generates payroll reports when requested.
• Notifies payroll provider regarding any changes in state or federal unemployment rates.
• Coordinates annual W2 distribution through payroll provider.

HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEMS (HRIS)

• Processes information for maintenance of existing employees.
• Enters new employee information into computer system.
• Audits data entries in personnel files of newly hired employees.
• Processes employee terminations.
• Maintains both physical and electronic employee files.
• Tracks and processes payroll adjustments.
• Processes employment verifications.
• Responds to requests for employee files regarding legal issues.
• Tracks/maintains/troubleshoots time and attendance system information.
• Processes/maintains employee deductions.
• Maintains paid time off accounts.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Orients new employees regarding policies and procedures.
• May train management and non-management staff on various subjects pertaining to employee relations as well as effective working relations and customer service.

BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

• Coordinates and conducts the enrollment and processing of changes in employee insurance plans.
• Provides education and communication regarding employee benefits.
• Coordinates COBRA administration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Experience & Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Four years related experience may be substituted in lieu of educational requirements.

Other Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled in the use of computers, email, fax, scanner, and software applications.
• Proficient in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly at all times.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with the public and co-workers.
• Must be able to concentrate on intricate detail with some interruption.
• Must be able to understand and relate the concepts behind specific ideas and policies to others.
• Capable of managing and prioritizing multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must have reliable transportation for occasional travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Company Description

Founded in 1980, we are a multi-state property management company focused on low-income housing.