Job Summary
The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources function. This position partners with leaders and employees to provide guidance and support across a wide range of HR activities, including employee relations, talent management, onboarding, safety, claims management, leave administration, compliance, performance management, and HR operations.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and support to employees and leaders on HR policies, procedures, and workplace matters.
- Build strong relationships with leaders to support employee engagement, performance management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning.
- Conduct workplace investigations and assist in resolving employee relations matters while ensuring compliance with applicable employment legislation and company policies.
- Foster a strong safety culture by working with leaders and employees on prevention methods. Partner with leaders to integrate safety into daily operations and employee engagement. Participate and lead workplace safety initiatives.
- Coordinate the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employment changes, and offboarding activities.
- Facilitate new hire orientation and ensure all employment documentation is completed accurately and on time.
- Administer leaves of absence and workplace accommodations in accordance with applicable legislation and company policies.
- Support benefit administration by responding to employee inquiries and coordinating enrollment and changes.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records within the HRIS and personnel filing systems.
- Prepare employment-related documentation including offer letters, employment changes, disciplinary documentation, and termination paperwork.
- Coordinate and track performance review processes while supporting leaders with performance management documentation and coaching.
- Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate employee information is maintained and processed.
- Support employee training, development, and engagement initiatives.
- Assist with policy development, implementation, and communication.
- Analyze HR processes and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and employee experience.
· Coordinates volunteer, social and fundraising initiatives for assigned facilities.
- Participate in HR projects, duties and organizational initiatives as assigned.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a Generalist or similar role.
- Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, leave administration, and HR operations.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-site or operational environment is considered an asset.
- CPHR designation or progress toward obtaining a designation is considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Working knowledge of applicable employment standards, employment, human rights and safety legislation.
- Strong understanding of HR best practices across the employee lifecycle.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
Pay: $65,000.00-$77,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
