POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the HR Manager, the Human Resources Generalist works in close collaboration with the Human Resources team and company business leaders to implement Human Resources related projects and initiatives. This role has a significant focus on payroll & benefits, onboarding, and employee focused IT support and will also provide insight and solutions that add value to the company’s strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong people skills with a drive to make the employees experience a positive one.
WORKDAYS: Monday - Friday, onsite
Compensation: Up to $65,000 DOQ
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- The position is located at our Minneapolis office
- Onboarding and orientation
- Employee data
- Benefits Administration support
- Basic employee IT support
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage onboarding new employees and processing employee information changes.
- Support the day-to-day payroll changes, benefit questions, employee record collection for all new employees as needed throughout the year.
- Enter and track HR scorecarding data.
- Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions
- Review and ensure accuracy of driver timecards on a weekly basis
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date Human Resource files, records, and documentation
- Answer frequently asked questions from employees and applicants relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.
- Employee appreciation and event planning coordination.
- Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of Human Resource files and records
- Perform periodic audits of Human Resources files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to leave, employee relations, payroll, and benefits, while mitigating legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance globally
- Assist HR Manager on additional projects both big and small
QUALIFICATION:
- 3+ years of progressive HR experience
- Associate degree in Human Resources or equivalent experience
- Excellent time-management skills with the ability to manage various open positions simultaneously
- Effective communication skills, with an ability to function and succeed in a collaborative environment.
- General knowledge of HR principles and practices, rules, regulations, trends, and developments.
- Effective communication skills, with an ability to function and succeed in a collaborative environment.
- Experience collaborating with managers on HR related matters.
- Experience providing support to employees on various HR related topics.
- Strong creative critical thinking skills with the ability to develop and recommend practical solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage situations with discretion, good judgement, and an appropriate sense of urgency.
- General understanding employment laws.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Hands-on experience with payroll and benefits, currently on ADP.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.