HR Generalist

Advanced Personnel Resources, Inc.; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Personnel Resources, Inc. is seeking a highly organized HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, and HR recordkeeping.

The ideal candidate will handle confidential information with discretion, work independently, manage multiple priorities, and partner with leadership to foster a positive workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years in HR or related administrative role preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily HR activities and employee inquiries.
• Maintain confidential personnel files and HR records.
• Update HRIS and other HR systems with accurate data.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and background checks.
• Coordinate employee onboarding, orientations, and offboarding.
• Support benefits administration and payroll-related tasks.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

MS Office / Google Workspace

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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