Human Resources Generalist

Cornerstone Companies; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Companies is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to serve as a strategic and hands-on partner focused on employee relations and full-cycle recruitment. You will support a multi-state workforce, apply employment laws, and coach leaders to enforce compliant HR practices.

This role operates in a fast-paced environment where independence and sound judgment are essential for reducing risk and shaping positive employee experiences across the organization.

Qualifications

• PHR or SPHR certification is required or preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Proven experience independently handling employee relations matters and investigations.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and applying employment laws across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Employee relations and workplace investigations across the employee lifecycle.
• Full-cycle recruitment across multiple states and onboarding support.
• HR compliance and policy application across jurisdictions.
• Manager coaching and employee guidance to drive performance and growth.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

Compliance

Policy development

Investigations

Education

PHR or SPHR certification

Tools

Paycom

HRIS

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cornerstone Corporate Office - Indianapolis, IN 46260

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Human Resources

At Cornerstone Companies, Inc., we know that strong organizations are built on strong people practices. For more than 40 years, we’ve supported growing, multi-state operations across 40 states, providing the infrastructure, leadership, and culture needed for teams to do their best work.

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to serve as a strategic and hands-on HR partner, with a strong emphasis on employee relations and full-cycle recruitment. This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, exercises sound judgment, and wants meaningful influence over people decisions in a growing organization.

If you enjoy owning complex employee relations matters, partnering closely with leaders, and building scalable HR practices - this role was built for you.

Why Cornerstone?

Our culture is guided by values that show up in real decisions—not just posters on the wall.

• Caring – We support our people, our leaders, and the communities we serve.
• Creative – We find thoughtful, practical solutions to complex people challenges.
• Character – We lead with integrity, discretion, and accountability—especially when it matters most.

At Cornerstone, HR is a trusted partner, not a transactional function. Your work directly impacts employee experience, risk management, and organizational growth.

About the Role

The Human Resources Generalist supports business objectives by delivering comprehensive HR services across the employee lifecycle, with primary responsibility for:

• Employee relations and workplace investigations
• Full-cycle recruitment across multiple states
• HR compliance and policy application
• Manager coaching and employee guidance

This role operates with a high level of independence and judgment and is critical to maintaining compliance, reducing risk, and fostering positive employee experiences across a multi-state workforce.

Key Responsibilities (HR Generalist / HR Business Partner)

Employee Relations & Investigations

• Independently manage employee relations matters from intake through resolution
• Conduct workplace investigations involving misconduct, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and policy violations
• Perform fact‑finding, documentation, risk analysis, and recommendations using sound judgment
• Determine when to engage external employment counsel in partnership with HR leadership
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on corrective action, performance management, and workplace conduct

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles across multiple states
• Partner with hiring managers on workforce planning, job design, and compliant job descriptions
• Develop and execute effective sourcing and selection strategies
• Coordinate interviews, offers, and onboarding in support of growth and acquisitions

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure consistent and compliant application of employment policies across jurisdictions
• Support compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and applicable state/local laws
• Maintain accurate, confidential HR records and documentation
• Support onboarding, employee lifecycle changes, performance review cycles, and leaves of absence
• Assist with benefits administration, payroll coordination, and employee communications

Organizational Support & Growth

• Support HR due diligence and integration for acquisitions
• Contribute to HR policy development and continuous process improvement
• Participate in HR audits, compliance reviews, and special projects
• Monitor employment law developments affecting a multi-state workforce

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

Required

• PHR or SPHR certification (HRCI)
• Minimum 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Proven experience independently handling employee relations matters and investigations
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and applying employment laws across jurisdictions

Core Skills & Expertise

• Strong knowledge of employee relations, recruitment, compliance, performance management, and benefits
• Deep working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws
• Excellent interviewing, investigative, and documentation skills
• Ability to analyze risk and make defensible, legally sound recommendations
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficiency with HRIS, ATS platforms, and Microsoft office software
• Paycom proficiency is REQUIRED
• Ability to build trust and credibility at all organizational levels

Preferred (but not required)

• Experience in a growing or acquisitive organization
• Experience partnering with employment counsel
• Broader exposure to HR operations and benefits administration

Work Environment

This position is performed primarily in a professional office. The role regularly uses standard office equipment and may require occasional travel to support recruiting, investigations, or acquisition activities. No routine exposure to extreme environmental conditions is expected.