Human Resources Generalist

POSITION SUMMARY: Administer the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) Department including full-cycle recruiting including onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, and policy enforcement This role supports all positions at all Alsum Companies, ensuring a compliant, efficient, and employee-focused HR function. Always improving. Always serving. Always winning together. Exceeding expectations every day.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, sourcing, phone screens, interview coordination, and offer letter preparation. 
• Support workforce planning efforts, including seasonal and migrant labor needs. 
• Attend and assist with career fairs, community outreach, and recruiting events. 
• Maintain and update job descriptions in partnership with hiring managers.
• Serve as a resource for employees and supervisors regarding HR policies, procedures, and employee concerns. 
• Partner with the Human Resource Manager to address employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and support resolution. 
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including those impacting agricultural and seasonal workforces. 
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records in both HRIS and personnel files. 
• Complete employment verification requests. 
• Process and administer employee separations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Coordinate and administer onboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, drug screens, and orientation. 
• Conduct new hire orientations and ensure a positive onboarding experience. 
• Create and maintain employee identification badges. 
• Assist employees with HRIS access and utilization.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and open enrollment audits within HRIS.
• Process and manage employee leaves, including FMLA, personal leave, and short- and long-term disability.
• Coordinate the annual Health Risk Assessment and wellness initiatives. 
• Serve as Chairperson of the Wellness Committee, including planning, leading, and documenting activities. 
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS). 
• Ensure proper filing, recordkeeping, and electronic documentation of all HR files. 
• Participate in social compliance and other audits to ensure compliance with labor and ethical standards. 
• Support continuous improvement of HR processes and systems.
• Assist with migrant camp operations, including applications, inspections, and upkeep coordination. 
• Partner with operations to support workforce needs across multiple locations and seasonal cycles. 
• Partner with the Safety Coordinator and leadership to support workplace safety programs and compliance efforts. 
• Assist with documentation related to workplace incidents, workers’ compensation claims, and return-to-work processes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support HR and business operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field
• Two – five years’ experience in Human Resources role or related field
• Combination of education and experience will also be considered
• SHRM Certification preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. 
• Experience with multi-site or field-based workforce environments.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, seasonal environment. 
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. 
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices. 
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 
• Ability to travel between locations as needed. 
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle record.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, walk and occasionally stoop, bend or reach
• Must wear necessary PPE (safety glasses and hearing protection) in designated areas
• Ability to work in different environments including office environment, production areas and outside such as farms where temperatures and conditions will vary