Impactful HR Generalist: Payroll, Benefits & Talent

Neuse-Enterprises-Inc; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Neuse-Enterprises-Inc in Kinston, NC is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to oversee all HR functions, ensure compliance, and develop policies in partnership with leadership. The role covers payroll, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and HRIS maintenance, with standard business hours.

The position is full-time and exempt, requiring a professional capable of working with discretion and delivering strategic HR support to a community-focused organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience.
• Hands-on payroll processing experience.
• Experience administering employee benefits.
• Experience handling employee relations and investigations.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Oversee payroll processing and ADP Workforce Now (preferred).
• Administer employee benefits programs.
• Oversee employee relations, investigations, and leave management.
• Lead talent acquisition from sourcing to hiring.
• Oversee performance management and learning and development.
• Maintain HR data accuracy and confidentiality.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS

Employee relations

Recruitment

Benefits administration

Employment law

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Neuse-Enterprises-Inc in Kinston, NC is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to oversee all HR functions, ensure compliance, and develop policies in partnership with leadership. The role covers payroll, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and HRIS maintenance, with standard business hours.

The position is full-time and exempt, requiring a professional capable of working with discretion and delivering strategic HR support to a community-focused organization.