Human Resources Generalist

Southern Sandoval Investments is seeking a seasoned Human Resources Generalist to advise on policies and guide the day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, compensation, onboarding, benefits, and employee relations under the direction of the HR Director. This onsite role based in Bernalillo, New Mexico, offers the opportunity to contribute to HR programs within a growing organization, with a salary range of USD 60,000 to 75,000 per year.

Overview

The Human Resources Generalist provides advisory and operational support for personnel policies, recruitment, compensation, onboarding, benefits, and employee relations under the HR Director.

Location

Bernalillo, NM (onsite)

Compensation

USD 60,000 – 75,000 per year

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in human resources or related field, plus five years of progressive HR experience
• Or HR Certification, plus seven years of progressive HR experience
• Pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation including a motor vehicle check
• Valid New Mexico driver’s license
• Be insurable under Pueblo’s insurance

Responsibilities

• Administers various human resources plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains employee handbook and policies and procedures manual.
• Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
• Administers the compensation program; monitors performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
• Provides excellent customer service to all employees, Board of Directors, staff and guests.
• Conducts recruitment effort for all exempt and nonexempt personnel, full-time, part-time and temporary employees; writes and places advertisements utilizing social media and print media; conducts new-employee orientations.
• Coordinates interviews for all new applicants; coordinates interview panels.
• Completes onboarding process for all new hires and re-hires to include completing HRIS database record entries for records management and payroll.
• Maintains files management for all employees ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality policies.
• Handles employee relations counseling and exit interviewing.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings when needed.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by conducting research; attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
• Administers employee relations policy and handles individual disputes for all employees and managers.
• Tracking and maintaining HR inventory (i.e.: employee forms, orientation materials, employee welcome bags).
• Key HR point of contact for providing HR reports monthly.
• Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals; recommends new processes, policy and procedure amendments, and any other new ideas for a smoother operation.
• Maintains HRIS records and compiles reports from database as needed. Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Coordinates all benefits enrollments and dis-enrollments as required.
• Assists in planning and implementing Annual Open Enrollment for all employees.
• Monitors, verifies, and authorizes routine personnel actions and requests pertaining to existing employees and new hires, in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Processes all Personnel Requisitions and ensures completeness.
• Completes and processes all Employee Action Notices (EAN) as required.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Handling and supporting additional projects as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Must demonstrate discretion and the ability to always handle and maintain confidential information.
• Coordinate training programs and support employees’ career growth.
• Help develop and implement company HR policies and procedures.

Technologies

• MS Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• HRIS

Work Environment

Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level. Frequent interaction with staff, the Board of Directors, employees, and guests is required. Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common, and travel may be required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events.