Human Resources Generalist

Goodwill Industries of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Houston is seeking an HR Generalist to manage day-to-day personnel, communications, and policy administration. You will support Team Members on HR topics and help resolve issues that arise.

The role involves enrollment coordination, offers/audits for FLSA, I-9 verification, background checks, HR data analysis, and policy updates. Strong communication and collaboration are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of HR experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Team Member Enrollment process for hires within GTS and Staff positions.
• Audit offers of employment to ensure consistency and FLSA compliance.
• Audit completion of employer verification for I-9.
• Audit of pre-employment background checks.
• Gather and analyze HR metrics such as time to hire and turnover.
• Ensure legal compliance with HR state and federal regulations and update hiring policies as needed.
• Coordinate employee surveys and provide actionable insights to improve the employee experience.
• Provide HR-related support such as leaves and benefits questions.
• Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper forms.
• Conduct exit interviews and make actionable recommendations based on data.
• Arrange HR and HRIS training per department needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field

1-2 years of HR experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: (Corporate) 1140 West Loop North Houston, TX 77055

Job Id:14852

# of Openings:1

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.