The Human Resources Generalist contributes to the goals of the Human Resources department by partnering with the HR Director to manage day-to-day operations, functions and duties of the department.

Responsibilities:

· Manage the day to day administration of US benefit programs, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), commuter benefits, COBRA.

· Partner with the Director to support the entire US employee base of 600+ employees

· Serve as benefits point of contact for employee inquiries, while developing ways to streamline operational processes and day-to-day inquiries

· Manage U.S. and Canada time off programs including PTO, short/long term disability leaves, personal, family and other leave programs

· Prepare quarterly and annual HR metrics for senior management

· Ability to answer HR questions and provide guidance to employees and managers on HR inquiries

· Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures

· Proactively support the delivery of HR processes and manage HR projects

· Prepare and issue official HR documentation as directed

· Assist with the new hire onboarding process including document collection background check reviewing

· Assist in the coordination of various programs: corporate events, employee engagement events

· Understand and communicate company policies to employees

REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s degree required

· 3-5 years HR experience

· Experience dealing with confidential and sensitive information required

· Working knowledge of HR practices and legalities to hiring a plus

· Outstanding organizational and follow-through skills. Strict attention to detail is a must

· Excellent interpersonal skills. Highly visible position

· Very strong computer skills, working knowledge of an HRIS. *Outlook skills must be excellent

· High level of resourcefulness and strong team player

· Ability to multi-task is essential, with a keen sense of priorities and sense of urgency

· Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)