Human Resources Generalist

Jackson Dawson; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Dawson is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to deliver hands-on HR support across the employee lifecycle in a hybrid Dearborn office.

The role covers policy guidance, employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, and HR program implementation, requiring strong communication, organization, and knowledge of employment law. A PHR is preferred and experience with ATS platforms is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• PHR certification preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ATS platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ADP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, offering guidance on company policies and HR-related questions
• Act as the subject matter expert on employee relations; investigate concerns and resolve issues thoughtfully and fairly
• Partner across the full recruitment lifecycle as needs arise
• Draft and refine job descriptions to accurately reflect roles and expectations
• Manage job requisitions and postings within our ATS
• Coordinate a seamless onboarding and offboarding experience for employees
• Develop, administer, and roll out HR policies and procedures while staying current on state and federal labor laws
• Support internal and external audits as requested
• Build reports that inform program management and HR decision-making
• Contribute to HR projects and company-wide initiatives as assigned

Skills

HR experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

ATS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS

ADP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Jackson Dawson is seeking a talented Human Resources Generalist to join our team. In this role, you'll deliver hands-on HR support across the employee lifecycle—shaping policies and procedures, guiding employee relations, driving recruitment efforts, and much more. The ideal candidate brings well-rounded HR expertise and a strong command of employment law.

If you're ready to grow your HR career with an innovative marketing industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule — 2 to 3 days per week in our Dearborn office

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, offering guidance on company policies and HR-related questions
• Act as the subject matter expert on employee relations; investigate concerns and resolve issues thoughtfully and fairly
• Partner across the full recruitment lifecycle as needs arise
• Draft and refine job descriptions to accurately reflect roles and expectations
• Manage job requisitions and postings within our ATS
• Coordinate a seamless onboarding and offboarding experience for employees
• Develop, administer, and roll out HR policies and procedures while staying current on state and federal labor laws
• Support internal and external audits as requested
• Build reports that inform program management and HR decision-making
• Contribute to HR projects and company-wide initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field—equivalent experience will also be considered
• PHR certification preferred
• Strong verbal, written, and digital communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the flexibility to juggle competing priorities
• Hands-on experience with ATS platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ADP experience a plus

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs on occasion
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in writing