Hr Generalist

This role assists in supporting members with Human Resources projects and other member support needs. Delivers high level of customer service to members of the Association. This position works closely with other members of the HR department to coordinate on projects and other tasks.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential functions listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assists with review of member employment handbooks, policies, practices, procedures, and HR templates
• Assists with audits of employment policies, practices, and procedures
• Assists with member recruitment projects
• Provides guidance on performance management, employee performance and conflict management issues
• Assists with development and review of job descriptions
• May assist in developing and delivering training on human resource related topics
• Conducts research to respond to member HR questions and assists other AI HR staff with research
• Assists with administrative maintenance of member Affirmative Action Plans, including maintaining templates, communicating with members on status of plans, and maintaining internal documentation and records.
• Assesses information obtained from members to determine if legal assistance is needed
• Must have a basic understanding of all the functions and services of AI and be able to respond to questions and direct members to appropriate resources
• Interprets and administers leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, PFML, USERRA, etc.)
• May assist with daily leave administration to include collecting and reviewing employee leave claims, entering employee data into leave management software, regularly monitor status of claims and complete follow-up as needed.
• Interacts with AI members via telephone, e-mail, and meetings
• Works as a cooperative team member in the entire organization as well as the department

Requirements

Qualifications / Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience, experience administering FMLA claims preferred
• PHR or SHRM-CP desired or ability to obtain
• Knowledgeable in Washington State Law highly desired
• Working knowledge of FMLA, EEO, FLSA, ADA, and state leave laws
• Understand and maintain a knowledge of human resources theory and best practices
• Proficiency in, or ability to learn, PC applications including Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook
• Ability to use remote conferencing software such as Microsoft teams, zoom, go to meeting, web ex.
• Ability to use multi-line phone system, computer, printers, and other equipment as deemed necessary
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Mental & Other Skills/Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of member and the Association information
• Proven ability to build respectful working relationships with employees
• Excellent planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
• High degree of personal initiative
• Superior customer service skills
• Effective written and verbal communications skills
• Possess a high level of professionalism and interpersonal communication skills
• Must demonstrate an extreme attention to detail and the capability for multi-tasking and research

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $20.18 to $28.26 (per hour/annually)

Starting wage: $20.18 - $24 depending on experience

Benefits offered include:

• Paid Time Off - .0577 hourly accrual rate (approximately 120 hours annually based upon a full-time work schedule). Increased PTO accrual based upon years of service.
• 8 paid holidays
• Flex days with every other Friday off
• Partial remote work
• Employer paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees
• Option to enroll spouse/dependents in Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance offered for employees and spouse/dependents
• Employer paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance/AD&D for employees
• 401(k) including company match and profit sharing
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Potential for annual bonus