HR Generalist
Summary
HR Generalist in Houston handles full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and HR compliance for a multi-location company, using HRIS/ATS tools and Microsoft Office.
- Support recruitment and selection efforts for internal and external openings, including global roles where applicable.
- Process requisitions and/or Job Offer Information forms; scan and maintain completed documents in employee personnel files.
- Coordinate job advertisement and posting processes, ensuring appropriate internal and external outreach sources are notified.
- Monitor careers email inbox, online application systems, and candidate correspondence daily.
- Review, distribute, and track resumes and employment applications as appropriate.
- Assist with scheduling interviews, candidate travel, and logistics as requested by hiring teams.
- Coordinate pre-employment processes including drug screens, reference checks, and background checks.
- Respond to applicant inquiries in a timely, professional manner to ensure a positive candidate experience.
- Maintain required Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) recruitment data and documentation for U.S.-based roles.
- Prepare recruitment and new-hire packets, offer letters, and onboarding documentation.
- Manage the full-cycle onboarding process, including communications, document completion, orientations, and new-hire setup.
- Process new-hire IT system access and equipment authorization requests.
- Partner with IT, Facilities, Payroll, and Benefits to ensure new hires are fully onboarded and productive on day one.
- Ensure timely completion of onboarding tasks and maintain accurate onboarding records.
- Assist with employee investigations, documentation, and corrective action processes as directed by HR leadership.
- Support performance management processes, including documentation and tracking.
- Promote a positive employee experience and reinforce company values and workplace standards.
- Maintain accurate, confidential employee and applicant records in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Support compliance initiatives related to recruiting, onboarding, and employee records.
- Assist with audits, reporting, and HR metrics as needed.
- Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
- Participate in and support HR projects and initiatives such as process improvements, system implementations, policy updates, or engagement programs.
- Assist with HR communications, training coordination, and change management initiatives.
- Perform additional HR-related duties and special projects as assigned.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 4+ years of Human Resources experience, with a strong emphasis on recruiting and onboarding.
- Experience supporting employee relations activities is preferred.
- Experience in a multi-location or fast-paced environment is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and strong follow-through.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency with HRIS, ATS platforms, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).