HR Generalist

Cardinal Care Strategies; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Care Strategies is seeking an Human Resource Generalist to manage daily HR functions, including hiring, payroll, benefits, and leave, while enforcing company policies.

You will recruit, screen, onboard new staff, conduct pre-employment checks, and handle employee inquiries and disciplinary matters in a compliant, confidential environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience with payroll administration and HR policies is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts hiring processes, interviews, and onboarding.
• Administers payroll, benefits, and leave in compliance with laws.
• Ensures adherence to company policies and records-keeping.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

HRIS

Payroll

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Payroll Administration

SHRM-CP preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, payroll, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires pre-employment screenings, background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Conducts new hire orientation and implement employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Prepares and processes timecards. Process accurate and timely payroll adjustments/payroll submission to ensure compliance with labor laws and deadline.
• Maintain detail payroll records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with honesty, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and or experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Payroll Administration
• SHRM-CP preferred.

Cardinal Care Strategies is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Cardinal Care Strategies is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Cardinal Care Strategies is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status