HR Generalist

Description We are looking for an HR Generalist to support a broad range of people operations in Minnetonka, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will focus on benefits administration, leave management, employee relations support, and compensation-related analysis while helping leaders and employees navigate complex HR matters. The ideal candidate brings strong foundational HR experience, sound judgment in ambiguous situations, and the ability to manage sensitive cases with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate compensation data and recommend pay adjustments using market insights, with particular attention to clinical positions.
• Administer employee benefit programs in a self-insured setting and respond to questions related to coverage, eligibility, and enrollment.
• Handle employee leave processes from intake through resolution, including documentation, communication, and coordination of required accommodations.
• Monitor a steady volume of active leave cases and ensure each matter is tracked carefully, updated promptly, and managed in compliance with policy.
• Facilitate return-to-work planning by partnering with employees and leadership to address restrictions, accommodations, and transition needs.
• Collaborate with supervisors, employees, and external agencies to resolve leave and workplace accommodation matters effectively.
• Advise managers on employee relations concerns, including performance issues, workplace conduct, and practical people-management approaches.
• Maintain accurate HR records and support compliance with applicable federal, state, and organizational requirements tied to benefits, compensation, and leave.
• Balance multiple high-priority cases at once while adapting to changing business needs and working effectively in less-defined situations. Requirements
• Prior experience in human resources, ideally with exposure to benefits, leave administration, or employee relations.
• Background in an HR specialist or coordinator capacity with increasing responsibility in day-to-day HR operations.
• Working knowledge of employee benefits programs and HR administration processes.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion while maintaining clear and timely communication.
• Experience handling multiple cases or requests simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence supporting managers and employees through complex or ambiguous workplace situations.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and standard HR documentation practices.

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