HR Generalist

Populus Recruiting; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Populus Recruiting is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations in a fast-paced environment in Wichita, Kansas. This role partners with leaders and employees across the organization, managing recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR compliance, benefits administration, and performance management while helping foster a positive workplace culture.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on HR experience, strong knowledge of employment law, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR Generalist experience.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Workday, UKG, SAP, or Kronos.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and employee lifecycle activities.
• Serve as a trusted resource for managers and employees on HR policies and workplace issues.
• Maintain HRIS records, reporting, and employee documentation.
• Support employee relations, investigations, leave administration, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company employment policies and procedures.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

HRIS platforms experience

Excellent communication

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

UKG

SAP

Kronos

Job description

HR Generalist

Our client is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations in a fast-paced environment. This role will partner with leaders and employees across the organization, managing recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR compliance, benefits administration, and performance management while helping foster a positive workplace culture.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional with strong knowledge of employment law, experience working with HRIS platforms, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and employee lifecycle activities.
• Serve as a trusted resource for managers and employees on HR policies and workplace issues.
• Maintain HRIS records, reporting, and employee documentation.
• Support employee relations, investigations, leave administration, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company employment policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of HR Generalist experience.
• Knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and employee relations.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Workday, UKG, SAP, Kronos, or similar.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.