Bilingual HR Generalist

Associated Staffing Incorporated; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Staffing Inc. seeks a Bilingual HR Generalist (English/Spanish) in Columbus, NE. The role supports daily HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration and policy compliance.

Ideal candidates are fluent in English and Spanish, with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential information. The position is full-time and on-site in Columbus, Nebraska.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in HR, business admin or related field.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Experience in HR, recruiting, employee relations, payroll or HR administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full hiring process: postings, screening, interviews and hiring decisions.
• Communicate with English- and Spanish-speaking applicants and employees regarding HR matters.
• Work with department managers to identify staffing needs and fill open positions.
• Coordinate background checks, employment verifications and required hiring documentation.
• Assist with onboarding, training schedules and HR administration tasks.
• Support HR policies, employee handbook updates, and HR procedures.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excel

HRIS

Payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office Excel

Job description

• Bilingual HR Generalist (English/Spanish) Full-Time
• Location: Columbus, NE
• Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented and professional Bilingual HR Generalist to support daily human resources operations in Columbus, Nebraska. This position plays an important role in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration and policy compliance. The ideal candidate is fluent in English and Spanish and can effectively communicate with employees, applicants, supervisors and management. This individual must be able to handle confidential employee information professionally, manage multiple priorities and help maintain a positive and productive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Staffing: Coordinate the full hiring process including job postings, candidate screening, interviews and hiring decisions.
• Bilingual Communication: Communicate with English- and Spanish-speaking applicants and employees regarding job opportunities, interviews, workplace policies and HR matters.
• Hiring Coordination: Work with department managers to identify staffing needs and fill open positions.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Coordinate background checks, employment verifications and required hiring documentation.
• Onboarding and Training: Assist with new hire orientation, employee introductions, training schedules and onboarding follow-up.
• Employee Relations: Serve as an HR contact for employee questions, concerns and workplace issues, escalating sensitive matters to HR management when appropriate.
• Employee Engagement: Support employee recognition, retention, engagement and workplace culture initiatives.
• HR Records Management: Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential employee files, applicant records and recruitment reports.
• Policy Administration: Support the implementation of company policies, employee handbook updates and consistent HR procedures.
• Attendance and Leave Tracking: Monitor attendance, absenteeism, tardiness and employee leave requests.
• HR Administration: Assist with payroll coordination, benefits administration, employee documentation and other HR functions as needed.
• Compliance: Help ensure HR practices and documentation comply with applicable employment laws and company policies.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish, written and spoken.
• Previous experience in human resources, recruiting, employee relations, payroll or HR administration preferred.
• Knowledge of HR practices, employment documentation and applicable employment laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with HR information systems (HRIS) or payroll systems preferred.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee matters professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.

Compensation

CompensationPay: $25.00 per hour Employment Type: Full-time Location: Columbus, Nebraska