Human Resources Generalist -Compliance
NewBe an early applicantARRT is looking for an experienced HR professional to join our growing Human Resources team working with compliance and regulatory areas.
The position plays a critical role in mitigating organizational risk while supporting an engaged, high-performing workforce aligned with ARRT's mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
HR Generalist
· Serve as a primary HR contact for employees and managers, responding to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
· Partner with leaders to provide guidance on employee relations issues and support fair, consistent resolution.
· Administer and support the performance management and merit process, including goal setting, evaluations, corrective actions, and terminations.
· Coach leaders on effective documentation and appropriate handling of performance and conduct issues.
· Identify trends or gaps in performance management or employee relations practices and recommend improvements.
· Partner with the VP of HR to ensure consistent application of progressive discipline practices.
· Support recruitment and selection processes to ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational hiring practices.
· Maintain employment records.
· Prepare employee separation documentation and conduct exit interviews.
· Support HRIS reporting and maintain data integrity.
· Develop and maintain HR templates, tools, and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency.
· Assist in the development, delivery, and tracking of compliance and HR training programs.
· Educate managers on employment practices, including exempt vs. non-exempt classifications and multi-state workforce considerations.
· Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders by providing practical, business-aligned HR guidance.
Compliance
· Develop, maintain, and monitor HR’s compliance calendars, regulatory deadlines, required postings, notices, and recurring audits.
· Coordinate and monitor compliance related to employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, state leave programs, and related documentation requirements.
· Manage I-9 compliance, employment authorization verification, reverification requirements, and periodic internal audits.
· Assess and support compliance requirements associated with a multi-state workforce, including wage and hour laws, leave laws, pay transparency requirements, employee notice obligations, etc.
· Develop annual HR audit plans, conduct compliance reviews, document findings, recommend corrective actions, and monitor remediation efforts.
· Develop and present HR compliance metrics trends, audit results, and risks assessments to HR Leadership.
· Support OSHA-related compliance requirements and workplace safety initiatives.
· Draft, review, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content to ensure alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
· Conduct regular reviews of HR policies and procedures; recommend updates based on regulatory changes, audit findings, or organizational needs.
· Identify employment-related compliance risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.
· Provide clear, well-documented, and legally defensible HR guidance to leaders.
· Advise on compliance matters related to FMLA, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, EEO, workers’ compensation, wage and hour laws, and other applicable regulations.
· Monitor legal changes affecting performance management, disciplinary processes, and contractor relationships; update practices accordingly.
· Conduct compliance audits related to personnel files, performance documentation, disciplinary actions, training records, payroll practices, and contractor files.
· Ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices to reduce legal and reputational risk.
· Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records in compliance with retention and privacy requirements.
· Oversee record retention and destruction practices in alignment with legal and organizational standards.
· Prepare, analyze, and maintain HR compliance reporting and required filings, including EEO-1 reporting, OSHA reporting, benefits-related reporting, and other federal, state, and local requirements.
· Audit timekeeping and payroll practices to ensure compliance with wage and hour laws.
· Support and document workplace investigations, ensuring proper timelines, confidentiality, and record retention.
· Ensure investigations and resulting employment actions comply with employment laws, internal policies, and documentation standards.
· Monitor compliance related to contractor and staffing agency relationships, including worker classification and co-employment risk.
· Ensure appropriate documentation and processes for onboarding, managing, and separating contractors and agency staff.
· Develop compliance dashboards, reporting tools, and process improvements to track risks and support organizational consistency.
· Stay current on employment law developments and assess organizational impact.
Skills and Abilities
· Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying federal and state employment laws.
· Experience conducting HR audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action planning.
· Experience supporting or leading workplace investigations.
· Experience preparing and analyzing HR metrics, compliance reports, and regulatory filings.
· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interpret legal and compliance requirements and translate them into clear, practical guidance.
· Strong working knowledge of employment law, HR policies, procedures, and compliance best practices including performance management, corrective action, and workplace investigation standards.
· Ability to assess and mitigate risk related to documentation quality, consistency, and timeliness.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
· Experience collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions and recommendations.
· Ability to understand complex business processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop effective, scalable solutions.
· Ability to identify employment-related risks and recommend practical solutions that balance compliance and business needs.
· Knowledge of audit principles, compliance monitoring techniques, and documentation standards.
· Advanced proficiency analyzing HR data and trends to identify compliance concerns and organizational risks.
· Demonstrated commitment to ethics, confidentiality, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
· Ability to maintain accurate records and track multiple deadlines independently.
· Process-driven mindset with experience documenting, standardizing, organizing and continuously improving workflows.
· Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across HR and the broader organization.
· Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to shift priorities and manage multiple projects and compliance deadlines with minimal supervision.
· Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in human resources, risk management, Business Administration, or related field
· 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
3-5 years of direct experience supporting employment law compliance, HR audits, workplace investigations, policy administration, or regulatory compliance programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Master’s degree
· Experience supporting organizational change, policy implementation, or compliance remediation
· Human Resources or compliance certification (SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or similar)
Physical Demands:
Close Visual Acuity: Preparing and analyzing data; viewing a computer screen; and extensive reading.
Fingering: Typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers.
Hearing: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Sedentary Work: Sitting most of the time; occasional walking and standing.
Talking: Spoken word activities can be relayed accurately, loudly, or quickly.