Human Resources Generalist

Goodwill Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Houston is seeking an HR Generalist to manage day-to-day personnel records, policy administration, and employee inquiries. You will support Team Members on leaves, benefits questions, and HR-related topics while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role emphasizes data-driven HR activities, including enrollment coordination, I-9 verification, background checks, and maintaining accurate employee files, with opportunities to contribute to policy updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or a related field is preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of HR experience is preferred.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to communicate and interact well with a variety of personality types.
• Strong collaborative and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the Team Member Enrollment process for hires and staff positions.
• Audit offers of employment to ensure consistency and FLSA compliance.
• Audit verification of I-9 requirements and pre-employment background checks
• Gather and analyze HR metrics such as time to hire and turnover rates
• Ensure compliance with state and federal HR regulations and update policies as needed
• Coordinate employee surveys and provide insights to improve the employee experience
• Support team members with leaves, benefits questions, and HR-related inquiries
• Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form
• Conduct exit interviews and provide data-driven recommendations
• Arrange HR and HRIS training tailored to department needs

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Presentation skills

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist
Department: People Operations
Reports To: Compensation, Benefits & HCM Systems Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt

Mission Support

Goodwill Houston (GWH) is leading change, connecting people, and improving the potential for the future of work. We educate, train, and hire individuals with barriers to employment to help them thrive. We connect people, families, and communities to improve lives and meet the workforce needs of today and tomorrow. Powered, in part, by donations and retail customers, we change lives through the power of work.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist is responsible for the day-to-day management of personnel, communications, and policy administration. Provides support to Team Members in various HR-related topics and helps resolve any issues that may arise.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinates the Team Member Enrollment process for candidates who have been selected for hire within GTS and all Staff positions.


• Audit offers of employment to selected candidates to ensure consistency and FLSA requirements are met.


• Audit completion of employer requirements for verification of I-9


• Audit of pre-employment background checks


• Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates


• Ensure legal compliance with HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update hiring policies and/or procedures as required


• Coordinate employee surveys and give actionable insights to improve employees' experience


• Provide support to team members in various HR-related topics such as leaves and benefits questions and resolve any issues that may arise


• Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form


• Conduct and analyze exit interviews and make actionable recommendations based on data


• Arrange HR and HRIS training based on each department's needs


• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Additional Responsibilities

• Involved in HR assignments and projects as assigned.


• Assists Team Members with routine personnel-related questions.


• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and

teamwork with customers and employees.

• Ability to multi-task, make quick decisions, adapt to change, and work in a team oriented,


• fast-paced environment.


• Adheres to all GWH Policies & Procedures, Loss Prevention & Safety Regulations,


• and GWH Guiding Principles.


• Must be punctual and have dependable attendance and maintain an


• appropriate appearance.


• Adheres to local, state and federal laws and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or a related field is preferred.


• 1 to 2 years of experience is preferred.


• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Offices products.


• Ability to communicate and interact well with a variety of personality types.


• Strong collaborative and presentation skills.


• Ability to work at all levels within the organization.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to sit, stand, bend and reach.


• Ability to lift, push, and pull, up to, 25 lbs.


• Able to spend most working hours at a computer.