Human Resources Generalist

United Keetoowah Band Federal Corporation; Tahlequah (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

United Keetoowah Band Federal Corporation is seeking an onsite Human Resources professional in Tahlequah, OK. You will coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and documentation for healthcare and support roles, while supporting credentialing and regulatory compliance.

You will work closely with clinical and administrative leaders, reporting to the HR Director, and help maintain a positive workplace culture and robust HR processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of HR experience, preferably in healthcare or clinical setting; Paycom is a plus.
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and healthcare compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate job postings, candidate screening, and interview scheduling for healthcare positions.
• Lead new employee orientation and ensure required documentation is completed.
• Assist with credentialing and licensure verification for clinical staff.
• Maintain and update employee records and personnel files per regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for HR inquiries and workplace issues.
• Support compliance with tribal, state, and federal employment regulations.
• Assist with employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
• Support performance management processes including evaluations and corrective actions.

Skills

HR Fundamentals

Employee Relations

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

Paycom

ATS

Job description

Support a healthcare workforce that stays compliant, supported, and prepared. In this onsite Human Resources role with the UKB Federal Corporation healthcare arm, you’ll help coordinate recruitment, employee relations, benefits, training, and documentation processes that keep teams functioning effectively. Working closely with clinical and administrative leadership, this position reports to the HR Director and plays an active part in fostering a positive workplace culture.

What you’ll do

• Coordinate job postings, candidate screening, and interview scheduling for healthcare and healthcare support positions.
• Lead new employee orientation and ensure required documentation is completed.
• Assist with credentialing and licensure verification for clinical staff.
• Maintain and update employee records and personnel files in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for HR-related inquiries, concerns, and workplace issues.
• Support compliance with tribal, state, and federal employment regulations.
• Assist clinical and medical directors with employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Support performance management processes, including evaluations and corrective actions.
• Help employees with benefits enrollment, questions, and claims.
• Maintain accurate leave tracking records (PTO, medical leave, and related categories).
• Coordinate with payroll staff to support accurate processing of wages, deductions, and benefits.
• Support mandatory training programs such as HIPAA compliance, workplace safety, and professional development.
• Maintain training records and track continuing education requirements for healthcare staff.
• Organize and assist with employee engagement initiatives and wellness programs.
• Review HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook regularly and propose updates as needed.
• Track and report key HR metrics, including turnover rates, staffing levels, and compliance data.
• Assist the EBH Director with employee appreciation and recognition programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of HR experience, preferably in a healthcare or clinical setting; Paycom is a plus.
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and healthcare compliance standards.
• Experience using HR software, payroll systems, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Certification such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRM-CP is a plus.

Tools you’ll use

• Paycom
• Applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Location: Tahlequah, OK (onsite)