Human Resources Generalist

Cottingham & Butler; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start Day 1

Flex Spending or HSA

401(k) with company match

Profit-Sharing/ Defined Contribution

PTO/ Paid Holidays

Company-paid ST and LT Disability

Maternity Leave/ Parental Leave

Job summary

Cottingham & Butler is seeking a proactive HR Generalist to support the HR-Operations team in handling employee relations, HRIS data management, and core HR processes that keep our organization running smoothly. In this mid-level role, you will investigate employee concerns, coach supervisors on performance and policy matters, and lead HR projects while partnering with IT and vendors on HRIS improvements.

Benefits start Day 1, with a focus on accurate, confidential records and a supportive work

Qualifications

• HR generalist experience at a mid-level is preferred.
• Ability to handle employee relations with confidentiality and discretion.
• Experience coaching supervisors on performance and policy matters.
• Familiarity with HRIS configuration, reporting, and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Handle employee relations, investigations, and escalation as needed.
• Coach supervisors on performance, policy matters, and respectful workplace practices.
• Act as HRIS expert for configuration, reporting, and data integrity.
• Lead HR projects and provide hands-on support during peak seasons.

Skills

Employee Relations

HRIS & Data Management

HR Projects

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented HR Generalist who’s ready to jump in and make an impact. In this mid-level role, you’ll support our Human Resources- Operations team by handling employee relations, managing HRIS systems, and driving the core HR processes that keep our organization running smoothly.

Essential Functions

Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for entry-level employee concerns, conducting initial investigations and escalating when appropriate.
• Coach supervisors on performance and policy matters while supporting training on respectful workplace practices.
• Identify trends, recommend proactive solutions, and maintain accurate, confidential documentation.

HRIS & Data Management

• Act as the HRIS expert for configuration, reporting, and data integrity.
• Lead audits, reconciliations, and compliance-driven reporting.
• Troubleshoot issues and partner with IT and vendors on improvements.
• Train HR and operational leaders on system tools and reporting.

Operational HR Support

• Lead and support HR projects that improve efficiency and experience.
• Provide hands-on support during peak seasons and special events.

• Most Benefits start Day 1
• Flex Spending or HSA
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit-Sharing/ Defined Contribution (1-year waiting period)
• PTO/ Paid Holidays
• Company-paid ST and LT Disability
• Maternity Leave/ Parental Leave

About Cottingham & Butler:

At Cottingham & Butler, we sell a promise to help our clients through life's toughest moments. To deliver on that promise, we aim to hire, train, and grow the best professionals in the industry. We look for people with an insatiable desire to succeed, are committed to growing, and thrive on challenges. Our culture is guided by the theme of "better every day" constantly pushing ourselves to be better than yesterday - that’s who we are and what we believe in.

As an organization, we are tremendously optimistic about the future and have incredibly high expectations for our people and our performance. Our ability to grow as a company, fuels investments in new resources to better serve our clients and provide the amazing career opportunities our employees want and deserve. This is why we are a growth company and why we are committed to being better every day.