Human Resource Generalist

Valor LLC; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor LLC in Owensboro, KY seeks a Human Resource Generalist to deliver day-to-day HR support across employee relations, benefits, leave administration, compliance, and HR operations. The role collaborates with management and employees to ensure policy adherence and smooth HR processes.

Responsibilities include handling routine concerns, investigations coordination, benefits enrollment, and HR reporting. Strong knowledge of FMLA, HRIS, and payroll support is essential for effective

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of HR experience.
• Experience in employee relations and benefits administration.
• Knowledge of FMLA and employment laws; strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and management.
• Address routine employee concerns.
• Document workplace complaints and performance concerns.
• Support HR activities across multiple locations.
• Provide backup payroll coverage.
• Complete investigation reports as directed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

HRIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

SHRM-CP or PHR

Tools

HRIS

Paylocity

Microsoft Office

Job description

As the primary HR contact, the Human Resource Generalist provides day-to-day support across employee relations, benefits, leave administration, compliance, and HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and management
• Address routine employee concerns
• Document workplace complaints and performance concerns
• Refer all investigations and disciplinary matters to the HR Manager
• Complete investigation reports as directed
• Support HR activities across multiple company locations
• Provide backup payroll coverage
• Prepare HR reports and support HR projects
• Direct employees to relevant company policies
• Maintain confidentiality and keep confidential HR records
• Perform other assigned duties
• Process benefit enrollments and benefit changes
• Manage the Employee Navigator system
• Answer employee questions related to benefits
• Coordinate with brokers and benefits providers
• Resolve routine benefit discrepancies
• Assist with open enrollment activities
• Conduct New Hire Enrollment Meetings
• Conduct monthly benefit enrollment audits
• Assist with processing FMLA and other leaves
• Collect required leave documentation
• Track leave status and return-to-work status
• Assist with continuation of benefits during FMLA and Worker’s Compensation leaves
• Assist with employment law compliance and compensation compliance activities
• Complete weekly HRIS audits
• Escalate compliance concerns
• Assist with preparation of corrective action paperwork
• Track approved improvement plans

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of HR experience
• Experience in employee relations and benefits administration
• Knowledge of FMLA and employment lawsStrong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office

Technologies

• Employee Navigator
• HRIS
• Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification
• Multi-location HR experience
• Experience with Paylocity or a similar HRIS
• Payroll processing experience