Senior Human Resource Generalist

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, and employee-related matters; apply sound judgment and escalate complex issues as appropriate.
• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, internal transfers, leaves of absence, accommodations, and offboarding.
• Prepare, review, and maintain employment documentation such as offer letters, contracts, employment verifications, policy acknowledgments, and status change records.
• Support and participate in employee relations activities, including investigations, conflict resolution, documentation, and policy interpretation.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant employee records in HRIS and personnel files; conduct audits to ensure data integrity.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruitment activities, including job postings, interview coordination, reference checks, offer preparation, and pre-employment screening.
• Coordinate onboarding processes to ensure timely completion of documentation, system access, orientation, background checks, and regulatory requirements.
• Administer background checks, drug and alcohol testing programs, driver qualification files, and other credentialing requirements, as applicable by region.
• Manage contingent workforce administration, including contractor onboarding and offboarding and coordination with vendors, as applicable.
• Prepare and distribute employee communications related to HR programs, policies, and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local employment laws, internal policies, and record retention requirements.
• Support internal and external audits, compliance reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate HR meetings, training sessions, and employee engagement or recognition activities.
• Serve as system administrator for assigned HR-related systems and programs, including employee travel and expense credit card administration.
• Partner with HR leadership on projects, analysis, and the implementation of regional or enterprise HR initiatives.
• Your Profile
• Experience/ Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive Human Resources experience , preferably in a generalist or senior coordinator role.
• Working knowledge of U.S. and/or Canadian employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting employee relations matters with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday or similar) and strong data management skills.

Requirements

• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting multi‑state, multi‑province, or geographically dispersed workforces.
• Experience with compliance audits, benefits administration, and leave management.
• Demonstrated involvement in HR process improvement or system implementations.
• Our Offer
• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)
• INTERESTED?
• We look forward receiving your application.

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Additional Information

Your Role The position serves as a primary HR contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employee-related issues while exercising strong judgment and escalating complex matters when needed. It manages end‑to‑end employee lifecycle processes-including onboarding, internal moves, leaves, accommodations, and offboarding-and ensures accurate preparation and maintenance of employment documentation.

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