HR Generalist: Leave & Compliance for Multi-State Ops

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a rapidly growing, multi-state organization to identify an experienced HR Generalist. This role serves as a key resource for employees and leaders across multiple locations, focusing on leave administration, compliance, and employee support.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex leave programs, navigating employment regulations, and supporting HR initiatives within a distributed workforce environment.

Qualifications

• At least 4+ years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting multi-site and multi-state operations, preferably within retail, restaurant, franchise, or similar environments.
• Strong experience managing leave of absence programs with expertise in FMLA and ADA compliance required.
• Experience conducting I-9 audits and maintaining HR compliance programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources.
• PHR and/or SHRM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other employee leave requests
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees throughout the leave process, providing guidance and ensuring a positive employee experience
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Conduct and oversee I-9 audits and employment eligibility compliance efforts

Skills

Leave administration

FMLA knowledge

ADA compliance

I-9 audits

Employment regulations

HR policy guidance

Employee relations

Multi-site operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

PHR/SHRM certification preferred

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a rapidly growing, multi-state organization to identify an experienced HR Generalist. This role serves as a key resource for employees and leaders across multiple locations, focusing on leave administration, compliance, and employee support.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex leave programs, navigating employment regulations, and supporting HR initiatives within a distributed workforce environment.