Human Resources Generalist

Polar Comm; North Dakota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Polar Communications in Park River, ND is seeking an HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR functions and assist the Chief People & Experience Officer in delivering a positive employee experience.

The role covers recruitment, onboarding, records, training, performance and absence management, policy administration, safety programs, WSI claims coordination, and compliance with company policies and the collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Knowledge of HR practices, leave administration, safety, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, new employee onboarding and employment changes.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and answer routine HR questions.
• Coordinate employee leaves of absence and return-to-work arrangements.
• Support employee training, performance management, recognition and engagement activities.
• Coordinate Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) claims and assist with workplace safety programs.
• Help maintain compliance with employment requirements, company policies and the collective bargaining agreement.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

HR software proficiency

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

SHRM-CP/PHR preferred but not required

Tools

HRIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Park River, ND | Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Human Resources | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Chief People & Experience Officer

Summary

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day-to-day human resources functions of Polar Communications and assists the Chief People & Experience Officer in providing a positive, consistent employee experience. This position supports recruitment and onboarding, employee records, training, performance and absence management, policy administration, workplace safety program, WSI claims coordination, compliance, employee engagement, and other human resources programs.

• Support recruitment, new employee onboarding and employment changes.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and answer routine HR questions.
• Coordinate employee leaves of absence and return-to-work arrangements.
• Support employee training, performance management, recognition and engagement activities.
• Coordinate Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) claims and assist with workplace safety programs.
• Help maintain compliance with employment requirements, company policies and the collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Knowledge of HR practices, leave administration, workers’ compensation and workplace safety, or the ability to develop this knowledge.
• Comfort using HR information systems, Microsoft Office and other business software.

Education and/or experience

An associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field is preferred. Previous experience in human resources, leave administration, workers’ compensation, workplace safety, HR compliance, payroll, office administration, or a related position is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

SHRM-CP, PHR, or other applicable human resources certification is preferred but not required.

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