Senior Human Resources Generalist

Clayton Homes (New); United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Clayton Homes is seeking a Sr. HR Generalist to lead core HR functions including employee relations, onboarding, compliance, training and benefits administration. You will advise leaders, manage interviews and onboarding, and support engagement initiatives while maintaining strict confidentiality.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (HR certification preferred) and 3+ years HR experience, with strong knowledge of employment law and HR payroll/timekeeping systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; HR certification preferred
• 3+ years progressive HR experience
• Knowledge of employment law and employee relations
• Ability to influence and coach leaders
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
• Experience with HR Payroll/ Timekeeping systems
• Microsoft Word and Excel experience
• Trustworthy – capable of handling and maintaining highly confidential information
• Must be able to communicate effectively and constructively with all levels in the organization

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply HR policies while advising leaders to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Conduct thorough employee relations investigations and prepare accurate, timely documentation.
• Provide training and coach supervisors on effective performance management and corrective action practices.
• Manage candidate interviews, selection processes, and lead comprehensive onboarding and orientation activities.
• Coordinate initiatives that promote employee morale, appreciation, and a positive workplace environment.
• Organize and support engagement activities, including surveys, workshops, and follow-up actions.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy, process Workday transactions, and complete compliance-related documentation.
• Contribute to change management efforts and help drive continuous improvement across HR processes.
• Evaluate HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, and performance, and recommend actionable improvements.

Skills

Employee relations

Coaching leaders

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

HR certification

Tools

HR Payroll/Timekeeping systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sr. HR Generalist Job Profile: JP00241 - Intermediate Professional, Human Resources Generalists (P2)

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we’re actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you’re in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you’ll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Position Summary:

Leads core HR functions including employee relations, recruitment & onboarding, compliance, training & development and benefits & well-being administration. Ensures compliance with policies and provide guidance to team members and supervisors. Partners with TMX Manager on facility level programs to support employee engagement.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Interpret and apply HR policies while advising leaders to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Conduct thorough employee relations investigations and prepare accurate, timely documentation.
• Provide training and coach supervisors on effective performance management and corrective action practices.
• Manage candidate interviews, selection processes, and lead comprehensive onboarding and orientation activities.
• Coordinate initiatives that promote employee morale, appreciation, and a positive workplace environment.
• Organize and support engagement activities, including surveys, workshops, and follow-up actions.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy, process Workday transactions, and complete compliance-related documentation.
• Contribute to change management efforts and help drive continuous improvement across HR processes.
• Evaluate HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, and performance, and recommend actionable improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; HR certification preferred
• 3+ years progressive HR experience
• Knowledge of employment law and employee relations
• Ability to influence and coach leaders
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
• Experience with HR Payroll/ Timekeeping systems
• Microsoft Word and Excel experience
• Trustworthy – capable of handling and maintaining highly confidential information
• Must be able to communicate effectively and constructively with all levels in the organization

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Work may require stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, pushing, and / or pulling. Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person. Must be able to exchange accurate information with others. Work environment is not temperature controlled and may result in exposure to extreme temperatures. Work primarily involves sitting / standing, up to 4 hours at a time.

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program. At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members. Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Business Unit - B00007 Clayton Connect The Clayton story began in 1956 with a simple but powerful mission – helping more hardworking families across America achieve homeownership. Clayton is committed to Opening Doors to a Better Life. We are a leading single family, values driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. Our success is in our team members – join our team and see how you can help us build a better tomorrow. As a shared service, Home Team team members support many functions across the Clayton enterprise. The Home Team includes wellbeing, internal audit, accounting/finance, marketing, legal, campus operations, and more. We believe our strength is our people. That’s why we invest in opportunities for our team members to personally and professionally grow. As a leader in modern and attainable housing, Clayton is committed to delivering forward-looking technology solutions. With a dedicated team of over 500 technology professionals, we continue to evolve and innovate, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry. Our collaborative and innovative culture encourages team members to grow to their full potential. Our focus on team member experience, development and engagement is paramount, offering career pathing and leadership development opportunities to foster growth and success within our organization. Clayton Home Building Group has more than 12,000 team members across the United States, and built more than 59,000 homes last year. Home Building Group makes the dream of homeownership a reality every single day, delivering quality-built homes at an attainable price. We are dedicated to a world-class team member experience, environmentally responsible building practices and helping provide attainable housing for all. This business unit is comprised of Clayton Manufacturing, Clayton Supply, and Clayton Properties Group. With 2,900+ team members and 400+ Retail locations nationwide, our home consultants create a world-class home buying experience by assisting customers in identifying a floor plan, selecting options, and coordinating the construction process. Clayton Retail sells more than 25,000 homes annually, as we strive to help customers achieve homeownership across America.