Senior Human Resources Generalist

Jupiter Power; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k with limited matching

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Jupiter Power, an energy infrastructure company, seeks a Senior HR Generalist to partner with employees and leaders across the organization, handling employee relations, compliance, HR operations, performance management, benefits, and payroll coordination in a fast-growth environment. Based in Houston, TX, this hybrid role requires three days in the office weekly.

The ideal candidate has HRIS/ATS expertise, strong communication, confidentiality, and a proven ability to manage multi-state HR

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5-10 years of HR experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of Rippling HRIS and Team Tailor ATS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and applying employment law requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Reviews compliance with mandatory training and certifications.
• Performs background checks and employment eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and recognition programs.
• Administers compensation, benefits, and leave; handles disputes and investigations.
• Provides guidance on employee relations, policy interpretation, and HR best practices.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Supports payroll processing and HR program implementation.
• Partners with leaders on organizational effectiveness initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Multi-state compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Rippling HRIS

Team Tailor ATS

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jupiter Power is an energy infrastructure company focused on the development, construction, trading and operation of battery energy storage assets across U.S. power markets. Formed in 2017, the company is a national leader in energy storage deployment, utilizing its proprietary optimization applications daily to dispatch its fleet and support its offtake customers. Backed by BlackRock’s Diversified Infrastructure business, Jupiter Power has a strategic portfolio of nearly 2,300 MW / 5,000 MWh in operations or under construction and a pipeline of over 12,000 MW in new projects in development.

Jupiter Power is lookingfor a Senior Human Resources Generalist to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be responsible for serving as a trusted HR partner to employees and leaders across the organization, supporting employee relations, compliance, HR operations, performance management, benefits, leave administration, payroll coordination, and policy implementation. This role requires sound judgment, strong ownership, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

This is a hybrid role based out of our Houston, TX office and will be subject to our Company’s return-to-office policy which currently requires a minimum of three days a week in the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Provides day-to-day guidance to managers and employees on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, workplace concerns, and HR best practices, escalating complex or sensitive matters as appropriate.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Supports HR compliance activities, including employment documentation, personnel file maintenance, I-9 processes, policy acknowledgments, and audit readiness.
• Assist with payroll processing.
• Partners with leaders on organizational effectiveness initiatives, including employee engagement, talent planning, change management support, and implementation of HR programs.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 5-10 years of human resource experience is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of Rippling HRIS and Team Tailor ATS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and applying employment law requirements across multiple jurisdictions strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to advise managers, exercise discretion, and independently resolve routine to moderately complex HR matters.
• Experience working with HRIS, ATS, payroll, benefits, and reporting systems; ability to use HR data to identify trends and support decision-making.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus and equity programs.

• paid time off
• 401k with limited matching
• health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts

Jupiter Power does not discriminate based on a candidate's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, or any other protected class.