Branch HR Generalist & People Partner (Travel)

Avolta (old); Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HMSHost is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to support HR policies and procedures across a branch network. This exempt role bridges strategic and tactical HR functions, guiding operations managers and branch staff with discretion and problem solving.

You will lead branch projects, help develop branch-specific policies, and share best practices with peers across branches. Travel nationally/regionally is required, and you will report to the HR Manager or Regional HR Director where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires 4 year college degree or equivalent work experience.
• Requires 3-5 years of HR Recruiting or related HR Generalist experience.
• SHRM certification will provide a foundation for successful performance in this role.
• Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents.
• Requires leadership skills and ability to be part of a team with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Requires national, regional, and area travel.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains trusted adviser relationships with operations managers.
• Partners with the HR Manager to maintain a visible HR presence in branches.
• Identifies trends and communicates branch-level issues to HR leadership.
• Advises operations managers on employee discipline, performance, retention, engagement, rewards, and recognition.
• Maintains knowledge of HR regulations and company policies, including union practices where applicable.
• Conducts confidential HR counseling, investigations and exit interviews.
• Gathers and analyzes HR metrics to forecast staffing needs.
• Collaborates with regional HR staff to source, recruit, screen, interview, offer, hire, and orient candidates.
• Develops and delivers new hire orientation and required trainings.
• Ensures compliance with airport/landlord policies.

Skills

Employee relations

HR counseling

Performance management

Recruiting coordination

HR data analysis

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

SHRM certification

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

HMSHost is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to support HR policies and procedures across a branch network. This exempt role bridges strategic and tactical HR functions, guiding operations managers and branch staff with discretion and problem solving.

You will lead branch projects, help develop branch-specific policies, and share best practices with peers across branches. Travel nationally/regionally is required, and you will report to the HR Manager or Regional HR Director where applicable.