HR Generalist - Corporate

Republic Services - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Phoenix, AZ

10,001+ employees

Waste Management and Remediation Services

About the position

The HR Generalist at Republic Services plays a crucial role in supporting a designated business unit by defining and executing HR strategies that align with business objectives. This position involves close collaboration with the HR Business Partner to administer various HR strategies, programs, policies, and processes. The HR Generalist is responsible for enhancing employee engagement, managing performance, and facilitating onboarding processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional administrative, data analysis, and organizational abilities. They must be adept at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. In this role, the HR Generalist will provide guidance and coaching to both managers and employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs. They will plan, prepare, and conduct HR-related functions throughout the employee life cycle, which includes onboarding, employee experience, terminations, and leave of absence management. Proactively addressing employee concerns and coaching managers to improve work relationships, morale, productivity, and retention is a key responsibility. The HR Generalist will also lead new hire orientations to ensure compliance with company guidelines and conduct initial employee relations investigations when necessary. Additionally, the HR Generalist will advise and guide managers on performance issues, disciplinary actions, and other employee relations matters, ensuring the proper maintenance of confidential employee information and records. They will be responsible for timely and accurate data entries into Workday, analyzing and reporting on data such as turnover and engagement metrics. The role also involves leading and assisting with special projects and research related to human resources initiatives, while staying current with HR best practices through continuous education and networking. Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and coaching to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
• Plans, prepares documents, and conducts HR functions throughout the employee life cycle.
• Proactively addresses employee concerns and coaches managers to improve work relationships.
• Leads new hire orientation to ensure compliance with onboarding processes.
• Conducts initial employee relations investigations and shares findings with HR leadership.
• Advises and guides managers on performance issues and disciplinary actions.
• Ensures proper maintenance of confidential employee information and records.
• Ensures timely and accurate entries into Workday.
• Analyzes, interprets, and reports on data such as turnover and engagement.
• Leads and assists with special projects related to human resources initiatives.

Requirements

• 3 years of human resources experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple diverse work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality results.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Data analytical skills for report creation and maintenance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Workday is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage.
• Dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).