Hr Generalist - West

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

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About the Job

Groundworks®, headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA, is the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation and water management solutions company. Groundworks Companies provide residential foundation and water management solutions including, foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair and encapsulation, plumbing, gutters installation, & concrete lifting services. Since 1975, the combined companies have helped nearly 1.5 million homeowners protect and repair their most valuable asset, their home. Groundworks operates over 40 offices and has been named numerous times to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies, BBB integrity award, and Best Places to Work.

The Human Resource Generalist will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organizations human resource department. This position will support the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including onboarding, administering pay, supporting the administration of benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. This role will be on-site in Dallas (TX), Detroit (MI), St. Louis (MN), Kansas City (MO) or Denver (CO).

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation utilizing Workday.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Answers frequently asked questions from employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and field certifications.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Assists with adjudication of background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Conducts or assists with new hire onboarding.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
• May assist with payroll functions including processing, answering employee questions, and fixing processing errors.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• 2+ years of human resource management experience required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• SHRM-CP a plus.
• Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skilled at organization and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary ($60,000-$65,000) supported by best-in-class marketing and training programs.
• Advanced leadership training opportunities.
• An opportunity to be part of a leadership team of the nation's fastest-growing foundation repair company.
• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Optical, Long/Short Term Disability, Life insurance, 401(k) with a company match, and paid time off including 6 holidays.
• World-class training and support.
• Competitive and rewarding, family-oriented culture.

Groundworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Groundworks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet Equal Employment Opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Groundworks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.