Human Resources Generalist

WeGo Transit; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson Transit Organization is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Nashville, TN. The role supports leave management, attendance tracking, employee relations, and compliance within a unionized and safety-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities include investigations, policy interpretation, confidential file maintenance, and agency coordination. The position requires a Bachelor’s in HR or related field and 3–5 years generalist experience; PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years' experience in a Generalist role.
• PHR, SPHR or SHRM-CP Certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers and supports core human resource functions, including leave management, attendance tracking, employee relations, and regulatory compliance.
• Interprets and enforces policies, conducts investigations, and supports disciplinary processes as needed.
• Maintains confidential employee files and ensures data integrity and compliance.
• Interfaces with workers' compensation, unemployment, EEOC and other agencies.

Skills

Employment law & regulatory compliance

Employee relations

Leave administration

HRIS & data management

Effective communication

Organizational & time management

Interpersonal effectiveness

Problem solving & critical thinking

Labor relations

Adaptability & operational awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

3–5 years generalist experience

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

ADP or HRIS system experience

Job description

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Human Resources Generalist

Full Time Nashville, TN, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1463

Reports to

Director/Manger of Human Resources

Summary/Objective

Administers and supports core human resource functions, including leave management, attendance tracking, employee relations, and regulatory compliance, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring consistent application of policies within a unionized and safety-sensitive environment.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Administers sick pay and attendance tracking for union employees in accordance with collective bargaining agreements and organizational policies.
• Receives, validates, and scans submitted attendance documentation
• Serves as employee contact for sick pay discrepancies and attendance inquiries.
• Conducts employee relations investigations, provides recommendations to leadership, and supports the organization in disciplinary meetings by preparing/reviewing documentation related to disciplinary actions, grievances and compliance matters.
• Maintains confidentiality and ensures equitable and consistent application of policies.
• Establish and maintain confidential employee files.
• Maintain necessary turnover statistics.
• Communicate, administer and maintain records for FMLA, Medical Leave, ADA, and Short-Term Disability programs.
• Provide interpretations to management personnel in compliance with corporate discipline policies and procedures.
• Cross-train and be responsive to all Human Resources inquiries from Team Members and Agencies.
• Interface with various agencies such as Worker's Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, EEOC, etc.
• Ensures compliance with all federal state, and local government regulations as they relate to the Human Resource functions.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere in the company, which will foster an "open door" policy to improve employee communications and satisfaction.
• Generate reports and conduct audits to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Executes other duties as directed by the Human Resource Director/Manager.
• Employment Law and Regulatory Compliance
• Employee Relations
• Leave Administration
• HRIS & Data Management
• Effective Communication Skills
• Organizational & Time Management
• Interpersonal Effectiveness
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Labor Relations
• Adaptability & Operational Awareness

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

This job operates in a professional office and a manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts in the manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp small items, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This position is Monday through Friday, with hours to be determined. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience.
• Three (3) - Five (5) years' experience in a Generalist role.
• Employee Relations Experience
• Microsoft Office and ADP or other HRIS System Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• PHR, SPHR or SHRM-CP Certification strongly preferred
• HR experience in a transportation environment
• Working Knowledge of Trapeze and Sage

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must relate and interact with people at all levels of the Company.
• Must be flexible and have well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle novel and diverse work problems on a daily basis.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

AAP/EEO Statement

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Davidson Transit Organization will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Employment decisions shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws prohibiting discrimination or harassment in the workplace. Davidson Transit Organization does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, weight, height, familial status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Classification under Fair Labor Standards Act

Exempt