Senior Human Resources Generalist (Government)

ABS Kids is looking for an in-person Senior HR Generalist to join our team in Raleigh or Charlotte, NC.  The Senior Human Resources Generalist (SHRG) acts as the primary point of contact for assigned region(s) supporting the daily Human Resources (HR) functions. Responsibilities include managing complex employee relations issues, acting as a subject matter expert for benefits related questions/issues, administering workers' compensation claims, managing leave of absences in accordance with federal/state/local/company guidelines, and enforcing company policies and procedures.

Our Administrative Support team members play a vital role in advancing our mission to make a difference in the lives of children with autism spectrum disorder and their families. Every team member at ABS Kids is passionate about providing best in class support to our direct care providers, who in turn deliver the highest quality ABA therapy to our patients. 

Responsibilities

What Would You Do:

• Demonstrate independent discretion to respond to complex employee relations issues in a manner that aligns with ABS Kids mission statement, policies, and procedures
• Provide effective support to management in the development of job descriptions, compensation administration, terminations, employee relations, and performance management issues
• Perform routine tasks required to administer and execute human resources programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
• Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Cultivate an HR culture of effective employee relations and manager partnership.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, providing guidance to management and employees
• Assist with the open enrollment process and ensures benefit enrollments and terminations are processed timely
• Assist the HR Director in handling escalated employee relations issues and in the absence of the HR Director, provides support to Human Resources Generalist (HRG) in various HR-related topics and resolve issues and conflicts
• Assist the HR Director in training, cross- training and on-boarding HRGs
• Administer HR tasks related to on-boarding, cross-boarding and off-boarding processes as needed
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law

 Why work for ABS Kids?

• Competitive salary 
• Full benefit package
• Training on all systems used by our HR team
• Collaborative and fun HR team as colleagues!

Who We Are:

• ABS Kids is dedicated to empowering children with autism spectrum disorders and their families to reach their full potential - helping them learn, grow and reach incredible milestones. 
• We take pride in our stellar support for providers, so they can do what they do best – deliver the highest quality ABA Therapy to our patients.
• At ABS Kids we are empowered by the breadth of our differences. Our mission is to create a culture where all people thrive because their diverse stories are heard and celebrated. We commit to an evolving understanding of diversity as we learn from one another.
• We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

• Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred
• Experience: 5+ years HR Generalist Experience required
• PHR/SHRM-CP certification required, SPHR/SHRM-SP preferred
• This particular role requires an understanding and awareness of diversity and inclusion issues and best practice
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems
• Consultation and problem-solving skills
• Computer proficiency skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Driven to build relationships and rapport within the organization