HR Generalist

Advanced Personnel Resources, Inc.; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Personnel Resources, Inc. is seeking an organized HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations in Greensboro, NC. You will handle recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, recordskeeping, and compliance, partnering with leadership to foster a productive workplace.

The ideal candidate will manage confidential information with discretion, balance multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with employees at all levels.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in human resources or a related administrative role.
• Knowledge of employment practices and workplace regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Experience with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR activities and employee inquiries.
• Maintain confidential employee files and HR records.
• Update employee information in HRIS and other HR systems.
• Prepare HR documents, reports, and communications.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and forms.
• Assist with HR projects and process improvements.
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Prepare job descriptions and postings; screen candidates.
• Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment and payroll-related support.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, dependable, and people-focused HR Generalist to support the day-to-day human resources operations of our organization. The HR Generalist will serve as a resource for employees and managers while supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, and HR recordkeeping.

The ideal candidate is approachable, professional, detail-oriented, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. This individual should be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and partnering with leadership to support a positive and productive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Operations

• Manage and support daily HR activities and employee inquiries.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel files and HR records.
• Update employee information in HRIS and other HR systems.
• Prepare HR documents, reports, correspondence, and employee communications.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and forms.
• Assist with HR projects and process-improvement initiatives.

Recruitment & Hiring

• Coordinate the recruitment and hiring process from job posting through onboarding.
• Prepare and maintain job descriptions and job postings.
• Review applications and assist with candidate screening.
• Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Conduct or coordinate background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment requirements.
• Prepare offer letters and new-hire documentation.
• Maintain recruiting records and applicant information.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Coordinate new employee onboarding and orientation.
• Ensure completion of employment paperwork and required documentation.
• Coordinate employee training and required certifications.
• Conduct or assist with employee exit processes and exit interviews.
• Process employee separations and ensure company property and access are properly addressed.

Employee Relations

• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding workplace policies, procedures, and HR-related questions.
• Assist managers with employee relations matters, performance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Help investigate employee complaints and workplace concerns in a fair and professional manner.
• Promote positive employee engagement and a respectful workplace culture.
• Maintain appropriate documentation regarding employee relations matters.

Benefits & Payroll Support

• Assist employees with questions regarding benefits, eligibility, enrollment, and changes.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment and employee benefit documentation.
• Work with payroll personnel or payroll providers to ensure accurate employee information.
• Assist with timekeeping, attendance, and payroll-related issues.
• Maintain accurate records related to compensation, benefits, and employee status changes.

Compliance & Policy Administration

• Help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain required employment records and documentation.
• Assist with compliance reporting and audits.
• Communicate HR policies and procedures to employees and managers.
• Monitor required employee certifications, licenses, and training.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information.

Performance Management & Training

• Assist with employee performance review processes.
• Track performance evaluations and required documentation.
• Support employee development and training initiatives.
• Coordinate internal training programs and professional development activities.
• Assist managers with performance-management documentation and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in human resources or a related administrative role preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of employment practices, HR policies, and workplace regulations.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of an organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Preferred Skills

• Employee relations
• Recruiting and interviewing
• Onboarding and offboarding
• Benefits administration
• HRIS management
• Payroll support
• Performance management
• Employment compliance
• Policy development
• Employee engagement
• Conflict resolution
• Training and development
• Recordkeeping and documentation

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