Human Resources Generalist

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• As a Human Resources (HR) Generalist, you will be responsible for leading or assisting a wide variety of HR activities including benefits, staffing, employee relations, policies and compensation.
• You will also be responsible for maintaining confidential and sensitive information and working directly with employees on a daily basis.
• You will champion a People-First culture, supporting HR programs that drive engagement, operational excellence, and business success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive a People-First Culture—Champion Knife River’s Core Values (People, Safety, Quality, and Environment), fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes employee engagement, well-being, and performance.
• General Support – Provide general support in the human resources department including, but not limited to, maintaining employee files, coordinating the annual review process, employee survey, assisting with job descriptions and salary administration.
• HR Compliance \& Labor Relations Excellence – Assist with compliance, reporting (i.e. VETS 100, EEO-1, etc.) and labor relations, maintain adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws while mitigating risk and protecting company interests.
• Talent Acquisition – Responsible for job posting/recruitment, interviewing process, pre-employment screenings, new employee orientation, exit interviews and supporting the employee life cycle.
• Champion Safety and Compliance – Lead by example in promoting a safety-first culture, actively driving and supporting corporate and local safety initiatives while ensuring all HR programs align with safety objectives.
• Provide HR Guidance – Assist employees and supervisors with basic policy and benefit questions, sensitive HR matters, ensuring legal compliance and ethical decision making consistent with company philosophy and standards.
• Foster Culture \& Organizational Development – Assess company culture, identify opportunities for improvement, and support initiatives to reinforce values, increase engagement, and support building a high-performing organization that supports business success.
• Support Mergers, Acquisitions, \& Integration – Assist with integration efforts for acquisitions and business expansions.
• Support HR Best Practices \& Performance Metrics – Assist in driving HR operational excellence by supporting process improvements and implementing industry best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform Additional Duties as Assigned – Take on special projects and support initiatives that enhance the company’s people strategy and organizational effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree may be considered with documentation of work experience in an HR field.
• 5 years of experience in an HR related field.
• Knowledge of California HR best practices, employment law, and compliance regulations.
• Exercise initiative, judgement and confidence as well as exhibit a strong desire to acquire knowledge of company practices, policies and procedures.
• Experience in a unionized construction materials supply industry environment with a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and complete projects on schedule.
• Ability to contribute to a team-oriented work environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information responsibly and professionally.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite products and proficient math skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5-8 years’ experience in Human Resources.
• Professional HR certification(s) (e.g. SHRM-CP, PHR, SHRM-SCP, SPHR).
• Professional in Human Resources – California accreditation (PHRca).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards), HRIS (e.g., UKG), or other HR systems.
• Experience working with SmartSheets.
• Experience implementing employee engagement strategies, training and development programs, and employee surveys.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse workforce and ensure compliance with employment regulations.

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