Human Resources Generalist

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Human Resources Generalist performs Human Resources related duties at the professional level and may carry out responsibilities in the employment, benefit, or compliance divisions of the human resources department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct new hire orientations.
• Complete new hire processing including review new hire forms for accuracy, completing E-Verify and processing the forms with payroll.
• Coordinate the relocation process with HR and department managers.
• Maintain monthly reports for different departments.
• Coordinate the educational assistance program and maintain documents.
• Update active directory with HR data such as job title, phone number, and supervisor information.
• Answer calls and forms for verification of employment.
• Retain records in line with company record retention requirements.
• Create job descriptions for new positions associated with contracts.
• Assist in answering employee general questions.
• Complete all documentation/forms/reports required.
• May assist Benefits Lead with employee benefit issues, orientation, enrollment paperwork, etc.
• May record employee information such as personal data, compensation, benefits, leave of absence information, performance reviews, and termination date and reason in Human Resource Information System (HRIS).
• May assist in responding to inquiries, communicate and ensure understanding by employees and management of laws, regulations, organization policies, procedures and programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Intermediate knowledge of Human Resources best practices, functional areas, and state and federal compliance as related to the field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and confidentially process and maintain data with accuracy.
• Basic computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Effective communication skills to effectively communicate information to others as well as to present information in front of a group.
• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, etc.
• Strong customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up. Ability to convey information clearly, effectively, and professionally.
• Active listening skills: attentiveness when listening to others to understand, ask appropriate questions, etc.
• Ability to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) quickly and correctly.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas.
• Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to the company's goals.
• Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations, detect unobvious facts and issues, and exercise resourcefulness in resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS degree and 1 year of relevant experience or a total of 5 years relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Proven work experience withbenefits packages for union, hourly, and exempt personnel.
• Experience using Workday HRIS system or comparable system.
• Work experience with Microsoft Office at an intermediate level or higher.
• Experience in working with a unionized workforce.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.