HR Generalist

AppleOne Employment Services; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support employees, drive recruitment, and collaborate with management across HR functions. This role offers exposure to a broad range of HR responsibilities and the opportunity to contribute ideas while growing professionally.

You will build relationships with managers and staff, ensure policy consistency, and identify opportunities to improve HR processes and day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Human Resources, Generalist or broad HR role.
• Hands-on recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations experience.
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing to hiring decisions.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and separation processes.
• Support employee relations, performance management, and policy enforcement.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Onboarding

Employee relations

HR policies

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

HRIS / ATS

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do You Enjoy Wearing Multiple Hats in HR?

We're looking for an experienced HR Generalist who enjoys the variety that comes with supporting employees, recruiting new talent, and working closely with management.

This is an opportunity to join an established organization where you'll be involved in a broad range of HR responsibilities, have the opportunity to contribute ideas, and continue growing professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating hiring decisions.
• Coordinate new hire orientation, onboarding, and employee separation processes.
• Support employee relations, performance management, and the consistent application of company policies.
• Assist with payroll, benefits administration, leave management, and workers' compensation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws.
• Build strong working relationships with managers and employees, serving as a trusted HR resource.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a Generalist or similarly broad HR role.
• Hands‑on experience with recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and compliance requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities, and taking initiative.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using HRIS or applicant tracking systems.
• A degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is helpful, but equivalent practical experience is equally valued.

What Makes This Opportunity Worth Exploring?

You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple HR functions, build relationships throughout the organization, and continue developing your skills in a role where your contributions matter.

We're looking for someone who is approachable, resourceful, dependable, and genuinely enjoys the work that comes with being an HR Generalist.