Human Resources Generalist
Position temporarily located in Albuquerque and will be based at Laguna Pueblo therafter.
POSITION LOCATED AT LAGUNA HEALTHCARE CORPORATE OFFICES AT:
2929 Coors Blvd NW, Suite 306, Albuquerque, NM 87120
POSITION SUMMARY
Under
general supervision, perform recruitment, benefits, training and other human
resources functions in support of the HR Department and entire organization. Assist with other HR functions including but not limited to new employee
orientation, open enrollment and employee engagement activities. The HR
Generalist plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Human
Resources department for the health center ensuring that employment practices
align with corporate policies and federal, state, tribal, and other applicable regulations. The HR
Generalist is responsible for a wide range of HR functions including maintenance of employee records/data integrity, human resources reporting and compliance. The HR Generalist is responsible for providing support to enhance a
positive employee engagement and work culture grounded in tribal values.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1.
Assist with staffing/recruitment
activities such as posting jobs/advertisements, applicant
tracking/correspondence, scheduling and participation in interviews,
processing background/reference checks, drug testing, etc. 2.
Conduct new hire/benefits orientation
and open enrollment benefits sessions.
Assist employees with completion of new hire paperwork, compliance and
benefits forms. 3.
Enter demographic, benefits and other deductions/garnishments/data in human resources information/payroll system.
Enter new enrollments in insurance carrier portals/systems. Develop and maintain benefits spreadsheets as well as other
necessary reports and spreadsheets. 4. Reconcile 401(k)
processing and benefits insurance invoices for accurate processing of payment to include health, dental, vision, life/disability, retirement,
COBRA and FSA/HSA billing/tracking.
Follow-up with insurance companies regarding any discrepancy in invoices
and payments for reconciliation. 5.
Train managers and employees on access and use of HRIS
systems. Document and update HR procedures.
Resolve employee access issues and other questions in a timely manner.
Provide daily customer service to employees. 6.
Assist with administration and
processing of various types of leave such as family medical leave, short-term
disability and workers compensation. 7.
Assist with employee
development/training programs and coordination and tracking thereof in
automated learning management system.
Coordinate, schedule and monitor attendance and compliance. 8.
Maintain employee records and ensure confidentiality
and safeguarding of all personnel actions/employee records ensuring the
integrity of HR department; including but not limited to, protecting from any
unauthorized disclosures, breaches, fraud or altering/destroying of personnel
records. Report any breaches or potential breaches to the HR Director immediately. 9.
Maintain HR databases, HRIS data
integrity and generate reports as needed for internal use and compliance
audits. 10.
Keep abreast of the laws and
regulations in human resources, benefits and processing. 11.
Participate in accreditation activities
to improve overall quality and effectiveness of human resources department. Track
and maintain employee licenses, and certifications; ensure timely renewals
and assist with other credentialing and provider enrollment processes. 12. Participate in HR audits and help ensure compliance with policies
and applicable laws and regulations such as HIPAA, OSHA, etc. 13. Organize and plan employee engagement, wellness, and
recognition activities and other events such as job/career fairs, etc.
Represent the organization at these events and at all times in a
professional manner. 14. Support smooth offboarding processes including exit
interviews and final paperwork/documentation and data entry. 15. Provide administrative and clerical support to the HR
Director and other administrative staff as needed. Assist with
preparation of HR budget and monitoring.
Generate written correspondence; design and create forms, flyers,
etc. 16. Maintain confidentiality and discretion of sensitive employee and
organizational information. 17.
Promote cultural competence and
sensitivity in all HR practices. Support initiatives that reflect and respect
the values, traditions, and sovereignty of the Pueblo of Laguna.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Degree in Human Resources/Business Administration or related field and two (2) years of increasingly responsible human resources or administrative experience OR any combination of related education and/or experience totaling four (4) years. Bachelor Degree in related field preferred.
Professional in Human Resources Certification or Administrative Certification or equivalent preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility
satisfactorily. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive,
of the knowledge, skill, and ability required for this position.
This position may be subject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background
check and/or a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) check. In addition, some positions are subject to a
more extensive background check to ensure compliance with Public Law 101-630 Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act. Candidates must be able to successfully pass all
required background checks to qualify for this position. A record of satisfactory performance in all
prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references and
current employers is also required. All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening prior to beginning
employment and will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing.