Human Resources Generalist

Vaco; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco in Louisville, KY is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, HRIS, compliance, and policy administration. This role serves as a resource for employees and managers, helping to foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring policy compliance.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field and 2–5 years of HR Generalist experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field is preferred.
• 2-5 years of HR generalist experience.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and MS Office including Excel.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide employee relations support and guidance on policies and procedures.
• Assist recruitment, screening, interviewing, and onboarding activities.
• Administer benefits programs and update HRIS records.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Support performance management and employee development processes.
• Generate HR reports on headcount, turnover, and metrics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR,Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting a wide range of HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, HRIS management, compliance, performance management, and policy administration. This role serves as a key resource for employees and managers, helping to foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting a wide range of HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, HRIS management, compliance, performance management, and policy administration. This role serves as a key resource for employees and managers, helping to foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and employment matters.
• Assist managers with employee relations issues, investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Promote a positive employee experience and support employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support recruiting efforts by posting jobs, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and coordinating hiring activities.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Coordinate pre-employment screenings, background checks, and new hire documentation.
• Assist with employee offboarding, exit interviews, and separation processes.

Benefits & HR Administration

• Administer employee benefits programs and assist employees with enrollment and benefits-related questions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.
• Process employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Support payroll administration by ensuring accurate employee data and documentation.

Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist with audits, reporting requirements, and record retention practices.
• Maintain and communicate HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook updates.
• Partner with leadership to ensure consistent application of policies and best practices.

Performance Management & Development

• Support performance review processes and employee development initiatives.
• Assist with training coordination, compliance training, and professional development programs.
• Track employee certifications, training completion, and development goals.

Reporting & Analytics

• Generate HR reports related to headcount, turnover, retention, attendance, and workforce metrics.
• Analyze HR data and identify trends to support business decisions.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance HR efficiency and employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of Human Resources Generalist experience.
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee relations.
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem