Human Resource Generalist

HR Generalist - If You Love Variety, People, and Making Things Happen, This One's for You Are you an HR pro who hates being bored? Do you love juggling recruiting, employee relations, compliance, and problem-solving, sometimes all before lunch? If so, we want to meet you. We're a fun, collaborative office in a fast-paced environment where no two days look the same. As our HR Generalist, you'll truly get a little bit of everything HR has to offer, with real impact across the organization. This is a career growth role, with placement based on qualifications and experience. Applicants will be considered for the highest level for which they qualify. Hiring Range for the Human Resource Generalist II is $53,183.00 - $66,479.00 What You'll Do This is a true generalist role with a strong focus on people, process, and partnership while supporting OTECH's values of

Community, Learning, and Integrity:

Own the full recruiting lifecycle - posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding Partner with leaders to build strong teams and a great candidate experience Guide employees and managers through

FMLA, ADA

accommodations, and leave processes Support employee relations, including coaching, documentation, and disciplinary actions Help ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies Assist with HR programs, projects, and day-to-day problem solving Be a trusted resource for all things HR—from "quick questions" to complex situations What Makes This Role Fun You won't be siloed—you'll touch every area of HR You'll work with a team that's approachable, supportive, and laughs a lot The pace is quick, the work is meaningful, and your voice matters You'll make a real difference in employees' day-to-day experience What We're Looking For Prior experience as an HR Generalist or in a similar HR role Strong recruiting and hiring experience Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and employee relations/discipline Excellent communication skills and sound judgment Someone who thrives in a busy, people-centered environment and stays cool under pressure A positive, flexible, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset Why You'll Love Working Here We believe HR should be human. We support each other, move fast, and celebrate wins along the way. If you're looking for an HR role where you can grow, learn, and truly be part of the business—this is it. Ready to jump in and make an impact? Apply today! Incumbents are required to successfully pass a criminal background investigation in order to obtain access to the Utah Criminal Justice Information System (UCJIS), which enables the Human Resources Department to conduct required background checks for new hire processing. This position maintains a direct line reporting relationship to the Human Resource Director. 1.Conducts recruitment efforts to include preparing recruitment announcements, screening applicants, recommending and reviewing or writing interview questions, serves on interview panels, and conducts reference checks. 2.Performs job or position classification by conducting or reviewing job/position analyses, gathering organizational and other applicable information, preparing job descriptions and formulating a classification recommendation or decision. 3.Assist in administrative process of hiring and onboarding, including I-9 compliance, benefits, payroll, and policies. 4.Assists human resource director with coordinating employee benefits with providers and others, including open enrollment functions. 5.Provides expertise and training in the areas of customer service, processing of human resource transactions, and human resource processes. 6.Assists human resource director with required training, including preparation, review, and distribution; responsible for tracking staff training. 7.Processes and tracks personnel and payroll actions and other information necessary to personnel files. 8.Research and respond to human resources related inquiries. 9.Run reports from database to support college functions. 10.Manage the maintenance of personnel files. 11.Assist the human resource director with conducting wage and salary surveys. 12.Perform fingerprinting of new employees. 13.Provide general support to departmental managers relating to human resources. 14.Performs employee relations functions and works pro-actively with managers and supervisors to develop strategies for the resolution of human resource problems such as inappropriate employee behavior and performance issues. 15.Administers FMLA and Workers' Comp. 16.Act in the absence of the human resource director to support campus human resource functions. 17.Ability to work overtime as needed. 18.Maintains strict confidentiality. 19.Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

HR Generalist I 1. Bachelor's degree or four years of experience in human resources, or an equivalent combination of education and/or human resource experience. Preference will be given to those with their SHRM-CP/SCP or

PHR/SPHR

certification. 2. Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations, and personnel information systems. 3. Knowledge of applicable state and federal employment laws. 4. Working knowledge of Microsoft office software applications. 5. Must possess a strong professional demeanor and dress. 6. Must be organized and able to track a variety of assignments. Demonstrate written and oral communication skills. HR Generalist II 1. Bachelor's degree plus two years of professional human resource experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or human resource experience. Preference will be given to those with their SHRM-CP/SCP or

PHR/SPHR

certification. 2. Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations, and personnel information systems. 3. Knowledge of applicable state and federal employment laws. 4. Working knowledge of Microsoft office software applications. 5. Must possess a strong professional demeanor and dress. 6. Must be organized and able to track a variety of assignments. Demonstrate written and oral communication skills.

Must have the following abilities:

• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional discretion regarding sensitive and proprietary information.
• Present a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Develop rapport and working well with staff, visitors, vendors, and volunteers.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Apply critical thinking techniques.
• Analyze and solve problems.
• Prioritize work.
• Perform within deadlines.
• Stay focused despite interruptions.
• Deal with stress caused by deadlines.
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Lead or functionally supervise staff; delegate work assignments, monitor/review quality of work, provide technical assistance or training, and/or provide input on performance appraisal, hiring and discipline.

Physical Requirements:

1. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. 2. Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.

WORKING HOURS

Typically, Monday through Friday. This is not a remote work position.

CONDITIONAL OFFER

A conditional offer of employment will be made pending satisfactory completion of a background investigation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.