Human Resources Generalist

Safehaven Of Tarrant County - Arlington, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Arlington, TX

Social Assistance

About the position

SafeHaven of Tarrant County is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support all activities of the Human Resources Department. This role is crucial in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of HR functions, which include benefits administration, employee recruitment, personnel record maintenance, HR systems management, performance management, training, and employee relations. The Human Resources Generalist will play a vital role in ensuring that the agency's culture is upheld, which values curiosity, trustworthiness, open communication, flexibility, and accountability. Working in the domestic violence field can be challenging, but it is also rewarding as it contributes to a critical mission of supporting victims and holding offenders accountable. The Human Resources Generalist will provide administrative and clerical support for all HR functions, ensuring that employee personnel files are maintained with all legally required documentation. This position will involve posting open positions both internally and externally, processing incoming resumes and applications, and assisting hiring managers with the recruitment and onboarding processes. The role also includes conducting background checks, preparing new hire paperwork, and assisting with orientation and training for new employees. Additionally, the Generalist will be responsible for entering and updating employee data in the HR database system, managing job postings, and interpreting policies and procedures for employees. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative and clerical support for all HR functions.
• Maintains employee personnel files with all legally required documentation.
• Posts open positions internally and externally, maintaining contact with all viable sources of applicants.
• Processes, routes, and maintains documentation on all incoming resumes, applications, and other paperwork for prospective, hired, and termed employees.
• Assists hiring managers with the recruitment process and onboarding.
• Assists HR with background checks on potential employees.
• Produces and compiles all new hire paperwork for onboarding and assists with benefits as directed.
• Prepares material for and assists with orientation and new hire training.
• Enters all employee data and updates into the Human Resources database system.
• Regularly updates HR notifications to staff.
• Manages open and filled positions in Jobvite and Exponent databases.
• Orders business cards and name tags for employees.
• Interprets policies and procedures for employees.
• Assists other departments with weekly/monthly reports.
• Assists department with sending out staff announcements, RSVPs, and event room set-ups.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field preferred, or a combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in HR required.
• Experience in working with employees at all organizational levels preferred.
• Experience handling confidential agency matters and information with discretion.
• Current Texas Driver's License required.
• Must provide proof of automobile liability insurance.
• Knowledge of all MS Office Suite and HR systems proficiency required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in handling sensitive inquiries and complaints effectively.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to identify the various needs of hiring managers to assist with the recruitment process.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications.
• Competitive benefits package offered.