Human Resources Generalist

TEEMA Group; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Group in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support 60+ locations with full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, benefits education, and leave management.

You will partner with management to address employee relations, engagement, and compliance while promoting a positive work culture across the organization.

Required: Bachelor’s degree in HR and 3+ years of HR experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to travel to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional HR experience, with recruiting background.
• Proven knowledge of federal and multi-state employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with confidentiality and fairness.
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize deadlines, and exercise professional judgment.
• Ability to operate in a standard office setting and visit multiple locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for retail and pharmacy roles across three states.
• Serve as a resource for conflict resolution, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Guide employees on medical, dental, 401(k), and disability benefits and open enrollment.
• Proactively manage FMLA, military, and medical leaves; support workers’ comp processes.
• Ensure HR activities comply with federal and multi-state regulations and maintain records.
• Represent the organization at career fairs and events to promote workforce development.

Skills

Recruiting

Communication

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

Elevate your HR career by joining a vibrant, multi-state organization dedicated to excellence in retail and pharmacy services. As a Human Resources Generalist, you will be a cornerstone of our corporate team, providing personable and professional support to over 60 locations across the region. This is an inspiring opportunity for a proactive multi-tasker who thrives on variety—your day will span everything from strategic recruiting and employee engagement to benefits education and leave management. You will serve as a trusted partner to management and a welcoming advocate for our employees, ensuring a positive work culture where every team member feels valued and supported.

Key Duties:

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for retail and pharmacy roles across three states. You will conduct interviews, manage seasonal hiring, and design orientation experiences that make new hires feel like part of the family from day one.

Employee Relations & Engagement: Act as a dedicated resource for conflict resolution and performance management. You will collaborate with managers on coaching, lead engagement activities to boost morale, and occasionally visit sites to support sensitive conversations.

Comprehensive Benefits Guidance: Serve as a subject matter expert for medical, dental, 401(k), and disability plans. You’ll facilitate open enrollment and ensure employees understand and maximize their total rewards package.

Leave & Safety Management: Proactively manage FMLA, military, and medical leaves. You will also coordinate Workers’ Compensation claims, supporting safe return-to-work plans for our valued staff.

Strategic Compliance: Ensure all HR activities remain compliant with federal and multi-state regulations. You’ll maintain accurate records, update job descriptions, and leverage payroll data to inform high-level decision-making.

Community & Culture: Represent the organization at career fairs and local events to promote workforce development. You will also spearhead recognition programs to celebrate work anniversaries and significant team achievements.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.

Experience: A minimum of 3 years of professional Human Resources experience, including a strong background in recruiting.

Compliance Knowledge: Proven experience navigating federal and multi-state employment laws and regulations.

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and fairness.

Operational Skills: Advanced ability to multi-task, prioritize deadlines, and exercise sound professional judgment in problem-solving.

Physical Ability: Ability to operate in a standard office setting, including the ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and visit various work locations as needed.

Desired Qualifications

Industry Expertise: Previous HR experience within a retail or pharmacy environment is highly valued.

Certification: Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or equivalent certification.

Technical Savvy: Proficiency in navigating payroll systems and using data to influence positive organizational change.

Location and Work Type

Work Type: Full-Time, On-site (Corporate Office)

Schedule: Monday through Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM