Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

General Purpose:

The HR Generalist is a key member of the HR team, delivering outstanding service to staff while managing the day-to-day operations of the HR office. This role touches every stage of the employee lifecycle — from recruitment and onboarding through engagement and offboarding — and plays a meaningful part in shaping the employee experience at Purgatory.

This is a Full Time, Year Round position that offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K options, and a free season pass for you and your dependents. All full time, year round positions are eligible for an annual bonus in addition to regular wages. For a full list of benefits visit https://www.purgatory.ski/employee-benefits/. 

Job Posting Deadline: Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Onboarding & Orientation 

• Coordinate all onboarding logistics to ensure a smooth, compliant, and welcoming new hire experience.
• Organize new hire orientation sessions for seasonal and year-round staff.
• Manage I-9 verification, E-Verify compliance, and required policy acknowledgments.
• Partner with team leads to support successful integration of new employees.

Recruitment 

• Assist the HR Manager with recruiting, screening, and interviewing candidates for open positions.
• Coordinate background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Help facilitate a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

HRIS & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records in Paycom and support ongoing data integrity.
• Assist with processing employee status changes and generating HR reports as needed.
• Help maintain personnel files and support regular compliance audits.
• Assist the HR Manager with employee deductions, payroll support, and offboarding documentation.
• Conduct and document exit interviews; share trends and insights with the HR Manager.

Employee Engagement & Operations

• Support employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives, and staff events.
• Administer employee perks, discount programs, and season pass distribution.
• Manage uniform inventory, laundry, and distribution.
• Oversee the J1 Program when active.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to staff via walk-ins, phone, and email.
• Manage office supplies, workspace organization, and the HR Gmail inbox.
• Train and support any seasonal HR front-line staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with integrity and professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working across all levels of a large workforce.
• Proficient in Google Suite
• Hands-on HRIS experience required, Paycom strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, collaborative attitude with a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of HR or relevant administrative experience required.
• Ski industry or seasonal workforce experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous recruitment experience is a plus.
• SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

Work Environment

Primarily an indoor office role (~85%), with approximately 15% outdoors. Occasional lifting up to 75 lbs. Availability on weekends and holidays during ski season is required. This is a non-skiing position.