Human Resources Generalist

The Culinary Institute of America; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Culinary Institute of America in Napa, CA is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support HR operations across California campuses. You will oversee day-to-day HR administration, serve as the main point of contact for employee relations, and partner with the Recruitment Team to staff openings and ensure accurate onboarding.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in HR or a related field and at least 2 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or significant work experience in lieu thereof.
• 2 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day administration and HR operations for the California Campus
• Serve as main point of contact for employee relations for non-union California Campus employees
• Administer performance management, discipline, investigations, and compliance with CIA standards
• Partner with Recruitment Team to staff open positions and manage onboarding
• Deliver training and communicate benefits, leave, and compliance information
• Manage data, audits, and employee programs; support engagement initiatives
• Assist with annual performance reviews and compensation processes
• Ensure training requirements and Title IX compliance are met
• Support with events and HR activities as required
• Work nights/weekends as needed

Skills

Employee relations

HR policies

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Education

Associate’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

MS Office

Job description

Human Resources Generalist role supporting HR operations across The Culinary Institute of America’s California campuses.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Associate Director – Human Resources, oversee day-to-day administration, operations, and activities of the Human Resources function for the California Campus
• Ensure HR meets business cycle needs of the operation
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee relations for non-union California Campus employees
• Manage employee disciplinary processes, ensuring progressive discipline is documented and maintained in employee files
• Conduct investigations as required regarding employee conduct and behavior
• Consult with the Associate Director – Human Resources and/or Associate Director – Employee & Labor Relations to determine next steps and resolution
• Support departments in establishing performance improvement plans for under-performing employees
• Administer for cause termination processes in compliance with CIA standards
• Operate in full compliance with Title IX policies and procedures of the Institute
• Guide management through the progressive discipline process and provide counseling as appropriate
• Ensure performance issues are promptly addressed and properly documented
• Partner with the Recruitment Team to ensure open positions are staffed and that hiring and onboarding are executed accurately, professionally, and efficiently
• Administer HR processes, including annual performance appraisal and increase cycles, annual goal and objective setting, wellness or employee events, and annual compliance notices
• Advise department management on compensation practices, pay decisions, policy interpretation, and performance management
• Communicate information to employees regarding administration of benefits, compensation, leave of absence, and workers compensation programs as required
• Deliver training programs through in-person and online classes for California campus employees
• Ensure employees meet mandatory training requirements
• Collect and organize employee data and files
• Support internal compliance audits and examinations
• Conduct exit interviews and report relevant information to Human Resources leadership
• Provide project management for events and HR activities as required
• Assist with employee engagement programming projects
• Recommend improvements to improve employee engagement at the California campus
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or significant work experience in lieu thereof
• 2 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including proven employee relations experience
• Working knowledge of employee relations and recruitment/onboarding administration and practices
• Working knowledge of HR systems, policies and procedures, and HR generalist activities
• Working knowledge of employment legislation required
• Experience working with an online HR System
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; adaptable, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities at once
• Service responsiveness to internal customers and effective partnership with HR colleagues
• Ability to determine when to escalate and when situations may be handled independently
• Ability to work within multi-disciplined teams to respond to business needs
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion with sensitive HR issues and maintain confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated organizational, time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of working with all levels within an organization
• High energy and self-motivation
• Strong computer experience, including effective use of HRIS systems and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Technologies

• HRIS systems
• MS Office suite products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Online HR System
• UKG HR System

Benefits

• Medical coverage available at no cost to qualifying employees
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contributions
• Generous paid time off program
• More!

Working Conditions

• Regular work requires using a computer for extended periods, sometimes more than eight (8) hours per day
• Able to travel between two California campuses throughout the work week due to business needs
• Must be available to work nights and weekends as required by business needs

Location: Napa, CA 94559 (onsite) | Salary: USD 75,000 - 85,000 per year | Minimum experience: 2 years