HR Generalist
Hillsborough, NC
Full Time
Mid Level
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the VP, Corporate Services, the H.R. Generalist is responsible for supporting and managing daily human resources operations. The position involves administering HR programs such as compensation, benefits, medical leave, employee relations, investigations, performance management, recognition, and culture enhancement. Additional duties include assisting with occupational health and safety, training, development, and corporate compliance to ensure smooth departmental workflow and strategic alignment.
Essential Duties:
Education, Experience, and Skills
Piedmont Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit organization serving over 33,000 electric accounts across multiple counties in North Carolina. The Cooperative is committed to community engagement, economic development, youth education, energy advocacy, broadband connectivity, and emergency preparedness. We foster an inclusive, positive culture that supports employee growth, development, and equal employment opportunities based on merit and business needs.
Under the supervision of the VP, Corporate Services, the H.R. Generalist is responsible for supporting and managing daily human resources operations. The position involves administering HR programs such as compensation, benefits, medical leave, employee relations, investigations, performance management, recognition, and culture enhancement. Additional duties include assisting with occupational health and safety, training, development, and corporate compliance to ensure smooth departmental workflow and strategic alignment.
Essential Duties:
- Assists with administering employee appraisal and compensation structures aligned with strategic objectives.
- Tracking and documenting compliance with mandatory and voluntary training programs, including safety, anti-harassment, licensure, and certifications.
- Assists with ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws by reviewing policies and recommending best practices.
- Stay informed of trends, regulatory changes, and technologies in human resources and employment law, and assist with implementing changes as needed.
- Assists with participating in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as necessary.
- Promotes a culture of safety and supporting occupational health initiatives, including workers’ compensation claims and OSHA compliance.
- Assists with benefit administration, including new hire enrollment, open enrollment, and qualifying life events.
- Assists with managing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and leave of absence cases.
- Supports recruiting efforts, conducts interviews, and initiates onboarding processes in collaboration with departmental managers, including candidate screening and background checks.
- Assists with administering new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
- Organizes and maintains employee files in compliance with record-keeping standards and facilitating electronic backups.
- Contributes to strategic priorities and continuous process improvement within the HR function.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, and conflict resolution capabilities.
- Strong organizational, time management, and detail orientation.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities with effective prioritization and delegation skills.
- Integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in all actions.
- In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to adeptly learn HRIS and talent management systems.
- A minimum two years’ human resources experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, business administration, human resources, or a related field preferred.
- PHR (HRCI) and/or CP (SHRM) certification preferred.
Piedmont Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit organization serving over 33,000 electric accounts across multiple counties in North Carolina. The Cooperative is committed to community engagement, economic development, youth education, energy advocacy, broadband connectivity, and emergency preparedness. We foster an inclusive, positive culture that supports employee growth, development, and equal employment opportunities based on merit and business needs.
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