Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist role supporting HR operations across The Culinary Institute of America’s California campuses.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Associate Director – Human Resources, oversee day-to-day administration, operations, and activities of the Human Resources function for the California Campus
• Ensure HR meets business cycle needs of the operation
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee relations for non-union California Campus employees
• Manage employee disciplinary processes, ensuring progressive discipline is documented and maintained in employee files
• Conduct investigations as required regarding employee conduct and behavior
• Consult with the Associate Director – Human Resources and/or Associate Director – Employee & Labor Relations to determine next steps and resolution
• Support departments in establishing performance improvement plans for under-performing employees
• Administer for cause termination processes in compliance with CIA standards
• Operate in full compliance with Title IX policies and procedures of the Institute
• Guide management through the progressive discipline process and provide counseling as appropriate
• Ensure performance issues are promptly addressed and properly documented
• Partner with the Recruitment Team to ensure open positions are staffed and that hiring and onboarding are executed accurately, professionally, and efficiently
• Administer HR processes, including annual performance appraisal and increase cycles, annual goal and objective setting, wellness or employee events, and annual compliance notices
• Advise department management on compensation practices, pay decisions, policy interpretation, and performance management
• Communicate information to employees regarding administration of benefits, compensation, leave of absence, and workers compensation programs as required
• Deliver training programs through in-person and online classes for California campus employees
• Ensure employees meet mandatory training requirements
• Collect and organize employee data and files
• Support internal compliance audits and examinations
• Conduct exit interviews and report relevant information to Human Resources leadership
• Provide project management for events and HR activities as required
• Assist with employee engagement programming projects
• Recommend improvements to improve employee engagement at the California campus
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or significant work experience in lieu thereof
• 2 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including proven employee relations experience
• Working knowledge of employee relations and recruitment/onboarding administration and practices
• Working knowledge of HR systems, policies and procedures, and HR generalist activities
• Working knowledge of employment legislation required
• Experience working with an online HR System
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; adaptable, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities at once
• Service responsiveness to internal customers and effective partnership with HR colleagues
• Ability to determine when to escalate and when situations may be handled independently
• Ability to work within multi-disciplined teams to respond to business needs
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion with sensitive HR issues and maintain confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated organizational, time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of working with all levels within an organization
• High energy and self-motivation
• Strong computer experience, including effective use of HRIS systems and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Technologies

• HRIS systems
• MS Office suite products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Online HR System
• UKG HR System

Benefits

• Medical coverage available at no cost to qualifying employees
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contributions
• Generous paid time off program
• More!

Working Conditions

• Regular work requires using a computer for extended periods, sometimes more than eight (8) hours per day
• Able to travel between two California campuses throughout the work week due to business needs
• Must be available to work nights and weekends as required by business needs

Location: Napa, CA 94559 (onsite) | Salary: USD 75,000 - 85,000 per year | Minimum experience: 2 years