HR Generalist

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

POSITION SUMMARY

Durvet, Inc., proud to be named as one of Ingram’s Best Places to Work in 2020 and 2024, is growing! We exist to serve our members and an HR Generalist at Durvet is an integral part of fulfilling our Mission: To Be Our Customers’ Best Supplier. An HR Generalist ensures our most valuable resource – people – are at the forefront of every decision. This position will work in a variety of capacities to ensure compliance and culture remain top priorities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit, interview and facilitate hiring applications for open positions. Collaborate with department managers to understand skills and competencies for openings.
• Prepare job descriptions, ensuring they are current and reflect the skills, qualifications, and education required.
• Assist with succession planning through organizational design as the business evolves.
• Serve as Culture Champion to promote a positive and effective workplace environment.
• Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support selection and administration of benefit programs.
• Works with background screening agency to conduct eligibility verifications.
• Implement new hire orientation, onboarding, and employee recognition programs.
• Serves as a resource for managers on performance management, recognition, and employee morale initiatives.
• Oversee employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors; refers complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate manager.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with employment laws and regulations and best practices.
• Reviews company policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains HR files, records, and documentation with compliance and retention standards.
• Partners with COO to evaluate and improve HR processes, programs, and technology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field or the equivalent work experience in HR
• 5+ years’ experience in progressively responsible Human Resources roles
• ADP TotalSource knowledge strongly preferred
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Time management to perform multiple projects simultaneously
• Analytical to evaluate effectiveness of policies and identify areas of improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Work well with employees at all levels in the organization
• Ability to work as a team as well as independently

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read computer screens, written documents, and email.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.