Human Resources Generalist jobs in Rhode Island

Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for providing clerical and administrative support of some or all the functional areas of human resources, including recruitment, on-boarding, training and development, benefits, performance management, compliance, HRIS and record maintenance.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with recruitment and interview process, manage internal/external job postings, coordinate and schedule interviews; track status of candidates; conduct pre-hire background screening.
• Assist with tracking and managing temporary employees; coordinate new hires and terminations with staffing agencies.
• Assist with the creation and revision of job descriptions as necessary.
• Assist with benefits administration, including monitoring of employee eligibility for benefit plans; annual open enrollment communication and election process.
• Conduct or assist with onboarding process; administer new hire paperwork, educate new hires on compliance and benefits; provide ongoing customer service by answering employee requests and questions.
• Assist with training and development activities; maintain and update employee training records, and training matrixes.
• Ensure compliance with USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verifications.
• Administer employee leaves of absence (e.g., FMLA); complete all necessary forms and documentation; maintain appropriate recordkeeping logs.
• Maintain employee personnel files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with processing of terminations and off-boarding process.
• Assist with establishing departmental measurements that support the accomplishment of the company’s strategic goals.
• Assist with planning and execution of company events such as benefits open enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, retirement celebrations, and related activities.
• Update job knowledge by participating in professional opportunities; attend seminars and review literature to stay abreast of state and federal employment laws.
• Adhere to EMS and IATF 16949 Policies and Procedures.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the manager.

Must Haves (Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of human resources experience.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and thorough.
• Must demonstrate a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Must have the ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines and prioritize assignments.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Must be proficient with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient with or the ability to learn Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and related software.

Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master’s Degree.
• PHR or SHRM-CP Certification is preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Workday HRIS experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.

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