Human Resources Generalist Jobs

Alaska West Express, Inc. is looking for an energetic, organized, detail-orientated Human Resources Generalist. If you enjoy working with people, if you can multi-task, problem solve and communicate effectively then this position is for you! The successful candidate will assist the human resources department by providing a variety of support duties and other general human resources functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to the following:

• Coordinate and execute office events, including charitable events, health and wellness events, employee training programs, employee engagement events and screenings, etc.
• Maintain broad knowledge of current federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Provide customer service to employees by answering questions.
• Create and maintain driver qualification files.
• Provide assistance in other areas of human resources by doing special projects.
• Create and maintain FMLA paperwork.
• Participate in the exit interview process.
• Use human resources software applications.
• Support the management of the employee life cycle.
• Utilize company ATS, background check and on-boarding systems.
• Schedule appointments for pre-employment physicals and drug screens.
• Work under limited supervision and make decisions based upon established policies and/or procedures.
• Create and maintain employee personnel records.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and physical demands in the work environment.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

One to three years previous human resources experience and/or training. SHRM-CP or PHR preferred. Basic knowledge of Alaska employment regulations required.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to apply common sense understanding to fulfill job duties with limited or detailed written or oral instructions.

OTHER SKILLS And ABILITIES

• Must be flexible and adaptive to constant changes and be able to work in a high stress environment.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work to meet schedules/deadlines.
• Ability to meet a regular work schedule.
• Strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• PC skills required: Windows, Excel, Outlook, keyboarding proficiency.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer, phone and video conferencing. Able to talk and listen. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is moderate in the office to very loud in the operation.

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