Human Resources Generalist

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Position Summary

The HR Generalist collaborates with HR Business Partners to drive organizational results through an engaged workforce. Provides support of HR functions that effectively support HR Business Partners and leadership to promote positive colleague relations. Provides day-to-day consultation regarding policy interpretation, employment law, performance management and counseling, as well as colleague development, compensation, talent acquisition and organizational effectiveness

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or related field required.

Four years’ experience in Human Resources Generalist role or similar may be considered in lieu of degree.

Two years HR Generalist or related experience preferred.

Healthcare experience preferred.

PHR/SPHR or SCP/CP preferred.

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and balance tight timeframes and various projects.

Demonstrates high commitment to quality.

Articulate and responsive to customer needs.

Excellent customer service skills.

Manages colleague relations issues and assists with facilitating resolutions, which may include investigations, disciplinary action, conflict resolution, work life balance, reasonable accommodation requests and EAP program referrals.

Responsible for creating and maintaining positive relationships between service lines and the Human Resources department.

Educates colleagues and leaders on local, federal, and state regulations, company policies and policy changes, leave/disability, and compliance needs.

Partners with the HR Business Partners and HR Centers of Excellence (COE) to align strategies, goals, and objectives of the organization. Serves as a liaison between the business and the HR Centers of Excellence to assess the human resources needs in areas such as performance management, colleague relations, talent acquisition, compensation, and leadership development.

Assists in the development of programs that promote colleague engagement, satisfaction, and retention with the organization.

Conducts or moderates colleague committees, focus groups, or engage/stay interviews.

Handles unemployment claims, including processing and hearings as needed.

Utilizes various computer applications in developing reports to provide audits/analysis on data to department leaders to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Supports the Colleague Engagement Survey process, including validation of colleague data for survey purposes.

Partners with the HR Centers of Excellence to ensure all labor poster requirements are current.

Assists with trainings and presentations as needed.

Assist with communicating and messaging HR initiatives within divisions and ministries throughout HSHS.

Partners with the ministry/division on all HR related efforts. Completes research and other special projects as assigned.

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Abides by all safety requirements including demonstrating proper hand hygiene and wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable. 

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline. Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with team members. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Administrative

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

20 lbs.

Carrying

X

20 lbs.

Pushing

X

20 lbs.

Pulling

X

20 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Extreme Heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Other