HR Generalist

Disability Solutions - Lexington, KY

Full-time - Mid Level

Lexington, KY

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist at Republic Services, Inc. plays a crucial role in providing human resources consultation and guidance to assigned business unit managers and employees. This position is responsible for a wide range of HR functions, including performance management, employee relations, workforce planning, and the interpretation and implementation of employment policies. The HR Generalist ensures that all policies are applied consistently and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role also involves monitoring and engaging in activities related to temporary labor utilization, onboarding, training, leaves, accommodations, and HR data analysis. In this position, the HR Generalist will provide coaching and counseling to managers and employees on policy interpretation and resolution of issues. They will disseminate and monitor corporate policies, programs, and procedures, ensuring that all employees are informed and compliant. The HR Generalist will oversee the onboarding process, working closely with management to ensure that new hires receive a thorough orientation. Additionally, they will support activities related to federal and state laws governing human resources practices, including the Fair Labor Standards Act, Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility Verification, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act. The HR Generalist will facilitate performance management by partnering with managers to address specific issues and provide training and coaching to ensure that performance reviews, talent assessments, and compensation planning are completed in accordance with company guidelines. They will also conduct investigations when necessary and participate in disciplinary actions as applicable. Furthermore, the HR Generalist will communicate and plan employee engagement events for assigned business units, ensuring that employee information is maintained confidentially. This role may also involve performing other job-related duties as assigned or apparent, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the HR department and the organization as a whole.

Responsibilities

• Provides human resources consultation and guidance to managers and business unit employees, including coaching and counseling on policy interpretation issues and resolution.
• Disseminates and monitors Corporate policies, programs, and procedures.
• Oversees and participates in the onboarding process with management to ensure the orientation process is complete and thorough.
• Provides support for activities related to federal and state laws and regulations governing human resources practices, including the Fair Labor Standards Act, Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility Verification, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Monitors and facilitates temporary labor utilization.
• Facilitates performance management by partnering with managers to address specific issues and provides training/coaching to ensure performance reviews, talent assessments, and compensation planning are complete and administered within Company guidelines.
• Facilitates discussions with management regarding department structure, staffing levels, and reporting relationships to ensure optimum efficiencies in staffing, career progression, and talent management.
• Conducts investigations when necessary and participates in disciplinary actions when applicable.
• Communicates and plans employee engagement events for assigned business units.
• Ensures proper maintenance of confidential employee information.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

• PHR or SPHR certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of human resources experience with emphasis on employee relations and/or recruiting activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• 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).