HR Generalist

Argus Companies is looking for a hands-on, high-impact HR Generalist who will be responsible for driving day-to-day HR operations across compliance & benefits, recruiting & onboarding, engagement programs and HR systems within a dynamic, multi-state organization. You’ll operate with a high level of ownership, keeping processes running smoothly while partnering closely with HR leadership on more complex or strategic matters. This is a great fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong judgment and initiative, and enjoys improving processes, enhancing the employee experience, and building scalable, efficient HR operations

What You’ll Do

Own HR Compliance & Multi-State Administration

• Manage compliance calendar, including EEO-1, VETS-4212, and required training
• Apply employment laws in day-to-day decisions and escalate higher-risk matters appropriately
• Oversee DOT random drug screening program
• Monitor and flag multi-state regulatory changes
• Ensure I-9 compliance and audit readiness

Lead Benefits & Leave Administration

• Serve as primary point of contact for employee benefits questions
• Coordinate and execute open enrollment in partnership with broker
• Partner with brokers and vendors to resolve issues
• Maintain accurate records for benefits and employment changes
• Administer leaves of absence (FMLA, STD, state-specific leaves)

Drive Recruiting Execution

• Own intern and early-career recruiting, including career fairs and campus outreach
• Lead logistics for events, postings, and candidate tracking
• Conduct phone screens and manage candidate communications
• Coordinate interviews and ensure timely feedback loops
• Partner with HR leadership on recruiting strategy

Own Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Manage end-to-end onboarding and offboarding processes
• Lead new hire orientation and ensure a seamless first-day (and beyond) experience
• Maintain onboarding/offboarding workflows and checklists while leveraging HR systems for efficiency

Lead Employee Engagement & Wellness Initiatives

• Own and coordinate the company’s Wellness Program, including quarterly initiatives, communications, and participation tracking
• Plan and execute employee engagement events and programs that enhance connection, morale, and overall employee experience
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver engaging, well-organized experiences
• Bring forward new ideas to improve engagement and drive participation across a multi-entity workforce
• Support communication and promotion of engagement initiatives during company meetings and internal channels

Optimize HR Operations & Systems

• Maintain accurate employee data across systems
• Audit workflows and identify automation opportunities
• Improve HR processes for scalability and efficiency
• Document and maintain SOPs to support consistency

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive HR experience, HR Generalist experience preferred.
• Professional HR certification (preferred) or intent to pursue certification. 
• Hands-on experience managing HR compliance activities, including federal reporting, I-9 compliance, and multi-state employment requirements.
• Direct experience administering employee leave & benefits administration, vendor coordination, and employee support.
• Experience supporting or owning recruitment activities, including ATS workflows, phone screens, interviews and coordination, and candidate communications.
• Experience owning or heavily administering an HRIS (Paycom preferred), with responsibility for data accuracy, reporting, and process optimization.
• Working knowledge of FMLA, state leave laws, and basic employment law, with the ability to apply guidance in routine situations and escalate appropriately.
• Experience supporting intern or early-career recruiting and campus recruiting events (preferred)
• Experience working in a small or lean HR team where visibility, prioritization, autonomy and process optimization are critical. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires work in an office environment.
This job description reflects a summary of the job and does not prescribe or restrict the responsibilities that may be assigned.  The job description is subject to change at any time. 

Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Argus is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.