HR Generalist - Nicholasville, KY

R. J. Corman Railroad Group is seeking an HR Generalist to join our People Services team in Nicholasville, KY.

Accountability: The HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting day-to-day HR operations. This position is hands-on and service-oriented with responsibilities spanning HR administrative work, recruiting support, and cross-training across core HR functions. The HR Generalist regularly interacts with candidates, employees, and leaders at all levels, helping ensure a positive and consistent employee experience. The HR Generalist must be organized, adaptable, and able to balance administrative work with people-focused interactions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support for People Services department, ensuring accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.
• Manage the HR inbox and respond to routine employee and manager inquiries in a timely, professional manner.
• Assist with onboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, system entry, and coordination of orientation activities.
• Support compliance efforts such as I-9 audits, file audits, policy updates, and learning management system (LMS) tracking.
• Prepare, track, and compile HR reports and metrics.
• Maintain accurate data within HRIS, ATS, and related systems.
• Support ad hoc reporting and data requests for People Services and leadership.
• Coordinate recruiting activities for hourly and/or professional roles, include job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and offer letter preparation.
• Crosstrain across multiple People Services functions to provide backup support and ensure continuity of operations.
• Partner with team members to support ongoing departmental initiatives, process improvements, and special projects.
• Build effective working relationships with employees, leaders, and stakeholders.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience: 

• 1-3+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, or administrative support.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Experience working with HRIS and ATS (UKG a plus)
• General knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment laws (federal, state, and local)
• Experience preparing reports or working with HR data

Physical Requirements:

• Limited lifting, up to 20 pounds for office materials and equipment 
• Regular use of computers and standard office equipment requiring hand and finger dexterity

Environmental Conditions: Performs duties in an inside administrative office environment.

Major or Unusual Problems: Must carry out responsibilities in a fast-paced customer-focused environment. Accuracy, attention to detail, and responsiveness are critical to supporting the growing needs of the organization.

Job Dimensions: Performs duties under some direct supervision; handles significant volume of confidential information and records. 

R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R.J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.