HR Generalist I

JOB DESCRIPTION (Other)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

Job Summary:  Brief description of Job Function (why it exists).

Performs professional level human resources work from general staffing/planning objectives to carryout primary responsibilities in the recruitment/staffing and on-boarding functions to include developing recruitment strategies, accessing candidate resources, and candidates’ evaluation/selection processes, and indoctrinating employees. Ancillary responsibilities in other HR areas may include employee relations, compensation, affirmative action, and research on emerging employment regulatory requirements.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  List up to 10 primary duties for position, not ancillary responsibilities.

• Participates in staffing meetings with hiring management team and ensures the organization employs the right balance of staff in terms of skills and experience based on operational requirements using effective recruitment and search strategies.
• Assists in developing and maintaining recruitment/staffing policies and practices, job descriptions, and identification of job posting locations required by Executive Order 11246, and Equal Employment Opportunity regulations. Coordinates with the HR Assistant scheduling of interviews for qualified candidates and advises managers on all recruitment and interviewing processes and policies.     
• Actively participates in the evaluation and assessment to ATS, HRIS, and On-boarding systems for efficient and effective HR administration practices.    
• Identifies, schedules, and conducts talent search through job fair participation and other recruitment programs including various resume banks/job boards, universities, and partnership agencies.  May provide employees career planning and coaching for talent retention and career planning programs. Participates in the interview processes and collaborates with hiring management team on recommendations for hire.    
• Ensures ATS system and reporting requirements integrity and accuracy of database maintenance in updating requisition status and applicants' disposition in coordination with HR Assistant. Assist ATS users with technical or navigational issues. 
• Ensures data input and report generation for periodic reports through ATS and HRIS such as Applicant Flow, Veterans Reporting, or EEO-1 data is prepared and submitted timely.      
• Monitors compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws postings. Assist in coordination of HR requirements for contract acquisition start-up and end staffing activity.   
• Prepares and preserves recruitment metrics and reports as required.  
• Develops position-specific recruitment campaigns, evaluates compensation requirements, and identifies potential incentives for attracting high performance candidates to meet the needs outlined by hiring managers.     
• Track and report on the efficacy of talent recruitment and retention programs and make recommendations to HR Director for improving processes and performance outcomes.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  Assigned, but not primary reason position exists (List up to 3).

• Assist with periodic special HR projects.      
• Other duties as assigned.     

Basic Requirements (Competencies):  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following achievements and competencies:

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related discipline, plus 7 years’ experience in Human Resources with a minimum of 4 years recruiting and staffing responsibilities with proven strategies for coordinating search campaigns, organizing and participating in job fairs. 
• Must be a U.S. citizen, DoD security clearance not required, but a plus

Certificates and Licenses:  (If Applicable)

PHR or SPHR certification desired

Computer Skills:

Intermediate Level: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office products including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software, use the Internet, and use database software at intermediate level of proficiency to create and maintain more complex documents and data entries.  May also work with databases to enter data for reporting through standard or ad hoc reports such as PayChex, Human Resources, Deltek, or other operations software applications.  Must be able to audit, maintain, and create reports through intuitive report writing tools.

Advanced Level: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office products including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and project management software, use the Internet, and use database software to create and maintain more complex documents and data entries. At advanced level of proficiency; create diverse standalone or integrated documents or reports with varying complexities to support program operations, financial reporting, human resources reporting and analysis, or other required business documents as needed. May make presentations and explain data contained in documents or reports to management.

Customer Service Expectations (Summary):

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to communicate clearly through oral or written form; is guided by common interpersonal courtesies in oral and written communications, and professional conduct in the workplace.  Exhibits positive and responsive demeanor in meeting customers’ needs, fulfilling commitments, and resolving minor misunderstandings.  Listens, maintains personal emotional control in difficult situations, collaborate with superior to resolve conflict, and takes initiative to build positive customer relationships.

Reasoning Ability:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to work with minimum supervision on a daily basis, exercise sound judgment within the scope of the position and authority.  Identify and resolve related problems.  Must be able to read, interpret and understand instructions from oral and written sources.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a relatively quiet office setting with the use of office equipment and interaction with other employees.  The noise level in the work environment is usually very low.

Physical Demands (Summary):

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Walking / Stooping: Generally, required intermittently throughout the work day within office setting.

Lifting / Bending: Generally, required to lift up to 20 lbs. on an occasional basis during the work day within office setting.

Vision (Close / Distance / Peripheral): Generally, required to work with close/peripheral vision on a regular basis.  Distance vision required periodically.  Ability to adjust focus.

Manual Dexterity: Able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; use computer, office equipment/supplies, or small tools.

Hearing: Generally, ability to hear oral instructions/presentations, or equipment operations.  Noise level exposure is low.

Travel (Auto / Plane / etc.): Travel local or out of the area to conduct business/training, or conferences as required via most efficient mode of transportation as authorized.