Human Resources Generalist Job Description Sample Template

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Perform activities in the human resource area. Includes employment specialists who screen, recruit, interview, and place workers. Human resource generalists are trained to perform both administrative and strategic hiring duties and planning. HR Generalists recruit and place workers, train and on-board, and help guide new employees through the complicated process of benefits and compensation. HR represents both the employee and the company, and handles employee relations. Human Resources Generalists also have the crucial task of complying with all local, state, and federal regulations for HR. The ideal candidate will be organized, experienced, and a dedicated strategist and planner.

• Recruit and interview potential applicants on experience, skills, and education
• Update job requirements when needed
• Analyzes staffing logistics and organizes documentation
• Contact applicant references and perform background checks required by company
• Organize and manage new employee orientation, on-boarding, and training programs
• Explain and provide information on employee benefits, programs, and education. May also advise on benefit needs or evaluate benefit contract bids.
• Cover all legal compliance for human resource federal and state requirements
• Maintain employee records and paperwork
• Represent employer in community and recruiting events
• Answer employee questions and addresses employee concerns with company; including employee safety, welfare, wellness and health
• Manages committees on wellness, training, health and safety, culture, and communications as needed

• Possesses superb written and spokencommunication skills
• Excellentinterpersonal relationship building andemployee coaching skills
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), Excel and demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping
• Organized and efficient in daily tasks
• HR applicants require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, or extensive prior experience in human resources
• Three to five plus years of experience in human resources positions.
• Specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, training, and preventive labor relations, preferred.
• General knowledge of employment laws and best practices