Contract Human Resource Generalist

Contract HR Generalist position in St. Louis, MO onsite to cover maternity leave, supporting talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, and HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee job postings and applicant tracking, coordinating interview logistics from start to finish.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to implement recruitment strategies and ensure a positive candidate journey.
• Deliver new employee orientations and verify onboarding paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Coordinate background screenings, reference checks, and other pre-employment requirements.
• Act as the first point of contact for employee questions about benefits, policies, and HR procedures.
• Support employee relations cases, maintain documentation, and assist with internal investigations as required.
• Facilitate internal engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and internal communications campaigns.
• Aid in planning and executing company events and employee appreciation activities.
• Manage health and welfare benefit plans, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Process benefits documentation with payroll and insurers to ensure accuracy.
• Reconcile monthly benefits statements and help employees resolve claims or coverage questions.
• Assist with annual open enrollment communications and compliance reporting.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and produce standard HR reports.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, including I-9 processing and EEO reporting.
• Support the annual performance review cycle and conduct employee file audits.
• Assist with compensation reviews and updates to job descriptions.
• Manage HR records, documentation, and retention workflows.
• Collaborate on HR process improvements and system enhancement initiatives.
• Support HR analytics, employee surveys, and training programs.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to advance talent and culture initiatives.
• Perform additional administrative duties and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible HR experience, with focus on recruitment, HRIS, and benefits administration.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Solid knowledge of HR practices, employment regulations, and compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.