Human Resources Generalist

EMIT Technologies, Inc.; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

EMIT Technologies, Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist to support payroll, benefits, recruiting, onboarding, and daily HR operations for our Sheridan, WY team.

You’ll work closely with the HR Manager, Finance, and Talent Acquisition to ensure timely and accurate HR processes and responsive employee support. The role requires detail-oriented, confidential, and proactive professionals with at least 2 years of HR experience and HR certification; you will handle payroll, casework, and compliance while

Qualifications

• HR certification preferred
• 2+ years in HR Generalist, payroll, or related role
• Experience processing payroll and reviewing timekeeping records
• Knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and compliance
• Experience using HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, or ATS systems

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline HR support to employees and supervisors regarding policies, benefits, payroll, attendance, and general questions
• Promote a positive employee experience with timely, professional communication
• Assist with employee relations, investigations, and resolutions
• Support managers with performance documentation and policy administration
• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on time
• Handle onboarding, changes in status, and HR records updates
• Maintain HRIS records and compliance documentation
• Support recruiting, scheduling, and onboarding coordination
• Assist audits, reporting, and HR program administration
• Ensure confidentiality and data integrity in all HR activities

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Discretion

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

HR Certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR)

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Timekeeping systems

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Do you enjoy being the go-to person employees and leaders can rely on for everyday HR support? Are you detail-oriented, approachable, and committed to keeping payroll and HR processes accurate, timely, and compliant? If you enjoy variety and want to make a meaningful impact across the employee experience, we’d like to hear from you.

We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented HR Generalist to support EMIT Technologies’ employees and day-to-day Human Resources operations. In this role, you’ll provide hands‑on support across employee relations, payroll administration, HR compliance, recruiting, onboarding, and employee programs. You’ll work closely with employees, supervisors, the HR Manager, Finance, and Talent Acquisition to ensure HR processes are completed accurately and employees receive consistent, responsive support.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide frontline HR support to employees and supervisors regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, payroll, attendance, and general employment questions
• Promote a positive employee experience by responding to questions, resolving concerns, and communicating information in a timely and professional manner
• Support employee relations by gathering information, documenting concerns, and assisting the HR Manager with workplace investigations and resolutions
• Assist managers with performance documentation, corrective actions, attendance management, and consistent policy administration
• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on time, including reviewing timekeeping records, deductions, payroll changes, and employee information
• Process new hire, termination, pay rate, and employment status changes within HR and payroll systems
• Respond to employee payroll questions, research discrepancies, and coordinate timely resolutions
• Partner with the HR Manager and Finance to support payroll accuracy, reporting, audits, and compliance
• Administer onboarding, offboarding, employee status changes, and required employment documentation
• Maintain accurate HRIS records, personnel files, I-9 documentation, E-Verify records, and other required employee records
• Assist with leave administration, unemployment claims, workers’ compensation documentation, and other HR compliance activities
• Support HR audits, reporting, record retention, and compliance with federal, state, and company requirements
• Support recruiting activities, including interview scheduling, candidate communication, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding coordination
• Assist hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition Specialist with staffing activities and internal job postings
• Coordinate new hire orientation and help provide an organized, welcoming onboarding experience
• Assist with employee engagement activities, recognition programs, wellness initiatives, company events, and HR communications
• Coordinate training logistics and support HR programs and organizational initiatives under the direction of the HR Manager
• Perform additional HR and administrative responsibilities based on organizational needs

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You’re detail-oriented and take pride in keeping payroll, records, and HR processes accurate
• You’re approachable, responsive, and comfortable supporting employees and supervisors at all levels
• You enjoy variety and can move between payroll, employee questions, compliance tasks, recruiting, and HR projects
• You handle confidential and sensitive information with sound judgment and professionalism
• You’re organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• You enjoy working collaboratively while also taking ownership of your responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Human Resources certification (such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) required
• Two or more years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, payroll, or similar Human Resources role preferred
• Experience processing payroll and reviewing employee timekeeping records strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, compliance requirements, and personnel recordkeeping
• Experience using HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, or applicant tracking systems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment when handling sensitive employee matters
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong focus on employee service

Accountabilities and Measures:

• Process payroll accurately, completely, and according to established deadlines
• Maintain accurate and current employee, payroll, and compliance records
• Ensure new hires complete required onboarding activities and documentation by their first day
• Provide timely, accurate, and professional support to employees and supervisors
• Support recruiting and onboarding activities to meet organizational hiring needs
• Complete assigned HR programs, reporting, audits, and compliance activities according to established timelines

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.