Human Resource Generalist

Dayton, Ohio · Human Resources

Human Resources Generalist

Location: Dayton, OH
Position Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our client's team. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong foundation in HR practices and 3+ years of relevant experience. The HR Generalist will support and enhance the organization’s human resources functions, with a focus on compliance, benefits administration, employee relations, training and development, and payroll processing.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & HR Policy

Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Maintain and update employee handbook and policies in alignment with regulatory changes.
Support audits, reporting, and documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.

Benefits Administration

Administer employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), etc.).
Serve as a point of contact for benefits inquiries and support open enrollment processes.
Coordinate with vendors and resolve benefits-related issues.

Employee Relations

Assist in resolving employee concerns and conflicts with discretion and professionalism.
Support performance management and disciplinary processes.
Foster a positive work environment aligned with organizational values.

Training & Development

Coordinate and facilitate employee onboarding and orientation programs.
Support the development and delivery of training programs across departments.
Assist in tracking employee development and maintaining training records.

Payroll Support

Collaborate with the payroll team or vendor to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
Maintain accurate employee records related to compensation and timekeeping.
Respond to payroll-related inquiries and troubleshoot discrepancies.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in a generalist HR role or equivalent.
Solid understanding of HR best practices, labor laws, and employment regulations.
Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Workday) preferred.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality.
Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.