HR Generalist I
SESI Consulting EngineersThe HR Generalist I supports a wide range of cross-functional human resources activities including talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and employee engagement. This position works closely with employees, managers, outside vendors, and consultants to implement HR policies, programs, and initiatives. The HR Generalist I operates under the supervision of the HR Manager but is expected to handle day-to-day HR functions with independence and discretion. As directed, this position will also support other departments and managers to meet the immediate needs of the firm. This person will reflect and promote SESI’s values of professionalism, collaboration, and integrity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned
Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding:
- Support the full-cycle recruitment process by posting job advertisements, sourcing candidates, and screening applications.
- Prepare and distribute offer letters, announcements, and other employee communications.
- Represent the company at college job fairs and recruiting events.
- Support employer branding initiatives through internal and external events and candidate engagement.
Onboarding & Employee Experience:
- Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding, orientation, surveys, and exit interviews.
- Prepare and distribute offer letters, announcements, and other employee communications.
- Submit background checks and motor vehicle reports for new hires.
HR Administration & Compliance:
- Process new hires, terminations, and employee changes in the HRIS.
- Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, including EEO
- Run monthly HR reports and update Excel files as needed.
- Ensure confidentiality of all employees and company information.
Performance & Employee Relations:
- Assist with performance review preparation, tracking, and follow-up.
- Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
- Support the creation of employee surveys to gather feedback on communications.
- Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations.
- Conduct benefit administration and maintain accurate benefit records.
Special Projects & Support:
- Participate in HR-related special projects and initiatives as assigned.
- Assist with internal and external events that support both HR and company-wide objectives.
- Partner with managers and other departments to support operational needs as they arise.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Communications – Exhibits effective listening and comprehension skills. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility/accountability for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability . Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Highly organized with great attention to detail. Able to prioritize and manage time effectively. Strong communication and people skills. Must be comfortable in a fast paced, highly interactive environment. Required to effectively collaborate with internal and external departments
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
Two years or more of experience in a related field.
Experience with HRIS systems, benefits administration is preferred
Recruiting/talent acquisition or onboarding experience is strongly preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Driver’s License and possess reliable transportation.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Work Environment
Due to the collaborative nature of this role, it is important that this team member’s regular working schedule aligns with the company’s and fall within 8AM-5:30PM. There may be times where tasks fall on nights/ weekends.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position will work in a typical office environment, mostly located indoor with windows. The office contains office equipment resulting in equipment noise. This position will be working in a shared office space with other colleagues and may experience frequent interruptions, conversations, or other background noise.
Compensation: $50,000-$70,000