JOB SUMMARY:

The HR Generalist plays a key role in providing professional support and expertise across a broad spectrum of human resources functions, with a primary focus on leave administration and ADA accommodations. This position ensures that employees and managers receive guidance on HR policies, regulatory compliance, and employee relations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
· Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
· 3+ years of experience in HR, with a strong emphasis on leave administration, ADA accommodations, and HR compliance.

· In-depth knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation.

• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

· SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred

Essential Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Experience using HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to think critically, problem-solve, and collaborate across departments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to work in an office environment with some physical tasks such as filing and paperwork management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

_ Leave Administration_

• Manage and administer all aspects of employee leave programs, including FMLA, disability leave, and other company leave policies.
• Provide employees and managers with guidance on the proper procedures for requesting and managing leave, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Track, monitor, and report on leave status, return-to-work processes, and accommodations, ensuring a seamless experience for employees and their teams.
• Work closely with management to coordinate appropriate staffing and coverage during employee leaves of absence.

ADA Accommodations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding ADA accommodations requests and processes.
• Coordinate and assess requests for reasonable accommodations, working with employees to identify effective solutions that balance employee needs with business requirements.
• Ensure all ADA accommodations are handled in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all stages of the process.
• Collaborate with medical providers, if necessary, to assess and implement accommodation strategies.

General HR Support

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, fostering a culture of open communication and collaboration.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law, ADA compliance, and best practices to ensure the organization’s HR policies and practices align with legal standards and regulatory changes.
• Provide support in performance management, assisting managers in setting performance goals, conducting evaluations, and addressing performance issues.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits, including benefits enrollment, claims, and resolving issues related to leave and ADA-related benefits.

HR Compliance & Reporting

• Assist with government reporting requirements including EEO-1, 1094-C, and 1095-C.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws related to worker’s compensation, leave, and ADA accommodations.
• Keep accurate records of all leave and accommodation requests and maintain necessary documentation to ensure compliance and facilitate audits.

Training & Development

• Work with executive leadership to identify and address training needs, especially related to employee rights, ADA compliance, and leave management.
• Develop and conduct training for managers and employees on ADA, leave policies, and workplace accommodations to foster awareness and adherence to regulations.

HRIS & Data Management

• Utilize HRIS software to maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records related to leave, accommodations, and benefits.
• Generate and analyze reports to monitor leave trends, accommodations effectiveness, and compliance metrics, supporting data-driven decision-making in the HR department.

Essential Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Experience using HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to think critically, problem-solve, and collaborate across departments