Sr. HR Generalist

MedStar Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Sr. Human Resources Generalist to oversee compliance, compensation, and employee relations. The ideal candidate will have a background in HR, strong organizational skills, and a focus on the construction industry. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape HR policies and programs effectively.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience with strong focus on Compliance and Compensation.
• Prior experience in construction or trades industries preferred.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle recruiting and build relationships to support talent pipeline.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Lead administration of benefits programs including health insurance and 401(k).

Skills

Compliance

Compensation & Benefits

Employee Relations

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems (e.g., BambooHR, ADP)

Job description

Vaco Indianapolis has partnered with a client on the northeast/east side of Indianapolis in search of a Sr. Human Resources Generalist. They are targeting candidates with strong experience with compliance, compensation & benefits, and performance management. If you feel you would be a good fit, apply today!

Pay Range: $85,000 - $105,000 annually

Key Responsibilities:

• Benefits & Compensation
  • Overhaul and lead the administration of benefits programs, including health insurance, 401(k), and leave of absence programs.
  • Direct job classification, wage analysis, and merit increases with HR Support Team
• Compliance & Recordkeeping
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (EEO, FMLA, OSHA, etc.).
  • Maintain up-to-date and accurate team member records and reporting for audits and regulatory requirements.

• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
  • Oversee full-cycle recruiting, including posting, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
  • Build relationships with trade schools and workforce development organizations to support pipeline development.
• Employee Relations
  • Serve as the second point of contact for team member concerns and conflict resolution.
  • Conduct investigations cradle to grave and/or work with outside legal counsel as needed.
• HR Policy Development & Administration
  • Create, implement, and maintain team member handbooks, policies, and procedures tailored to construction industry standards.
  • Conduct regular policy reviews and updates in collaboration with the Director.
• Safety & Risk Management
  • Partner with Safety and Operations teams to ensure compliance with jobsite safety protocols.
  • Participate in incident investigations when HR involvement is required.
• Training & Development
  • Identify training needs and coordinate with Learning and Development for compliance training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with heavy focus on Comp/Benefits and Compliance.
• Prior experience in the construction, trades, or field service industries highly preferred
• Knowledge of prevailing wage and multi-state employment laws
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a practical, hands-on approach
• Strong ability to communicate
• Very detail-oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (e.g., BambooHR, ADP, or similar)
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.