Human Resources Generalist

About DeLong’s, Inc.

DeLong’s, Inc. is a premier, family-owned structural steel fabricator specializing in building bridges and buildings. With a 100+ year legacy of performance, stability, and long-term growth, our team takes pride in building America and making a lasting impact in our communities. Guided by our purpose of Building a Stronger Tomorrow, we operate with core commitments of Safety, Quality, and On-Time Delivery while building a culture rooted in People First, Respect and Integrity, Innovation, Dependability, and Enjoyment.

Why DeLong’s – A Career Worth Building

• Stable, long-term career at family-owned company (100+ years)

• Meaningful work building America

• Clear expectations and accountability

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• No lay-off philosophy

• Focus on building a strong team and culture where both you and your work matter

o Great Place to Work® certified

o Tugboat Institute Evergreen certified

Benefits – What We Offer

• Fully funded pension plan

• Profit-sharing plan

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and additional voluntary benefits

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Bonus opportunities

** $3,000 STAY BONUS AFTER 1 YEAR **

The Opportunity – About This Role

The Human Resources Generalist oversees the day-to-day administration of the Human Resources function, including employee relations, compensation administration, benefits, compliance, and Human Resources operations. This role partners closely with leaders throughout the organization to provide guidance on employee matters, support consistent employment practices, and ensure Human Resources programs are administered accurately and effectively. The position promotes a positive employee experience while maintaining compliance with employment laws, improving Human Resources processes, and supporting organizational objectives through exceptional employee service and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is approachable, highly organized, professional, solutions-oriented, and able to balance employee service with consistent application of Company policies and employment practices.

Core Functions

• Employee Relations & Performance Management: Foster positive employee relations by providing guidance, resolving workplace issues, promoting accountability, and supporting leaders in creating a respectful, productive, and engaged work environment.

o Lead employee relations activities by providing guidance on performance management, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective action, and employee coaching.

o Partner with leaders to address employee concerns, resolve workplace issues, and promote consistent application of Company policies and employment practices.

o Provide guidance and support to leaders on employee relations matters while fostering a positive, respectful, and accountable workplace culture.

o Develop and implement employee engagement and recognition initiatives that strengthen employee morale, reinforce Company values, and support retention.

• Compensation Administration: Administer employee compensation programs by ensuring accurate, consistent, and timely execution of compensation processes while supporting organizational objectives and Company compensation practices.

o Administer employee compensation changes, including wage and salary adjustments, promotions, transfers, and other compensation-related transactions while ensuring accuracy and consistency.

o Coordinate and administer Company incentive, bonus, and recognition pay programs in accordance with established guidelines and program requirements.

o Prepare compensation recommendations, supporting documentation, and market data for leadership review and approval.

o Maintain compensation records, monitor compensation practices, and assist in evaluating internal equity, market competitiveness, and compliance with Company policies.

o Partner with Accounting to ensure compensation changes are processed accurately and timely.

• Compliance & Policy Management: Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulatory requirements, and Company policies while promoting consistent employment practices and minimizing organizational risk.

o Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulatory requirements, and Company policies while promoting consistent employment practices and minimizing organizational risk.

o Develop, implement, and maintain Company policies, procedures, and employment practices that support organizational consistency and legal compliance.

o Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulatory requirements, government reporting, and employment-related audits.

o Oversee personnel records, employment documentation, and compliance reporting to maintain accurate records and support regulatory requirements.

o Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and recommend policy, procedural, and operational updates as needed.

• HR Operations and Continuous Improvement: Lead Human Resources operations by optimizing systems, improving processes, leveraging technology, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee service.

o Oversee the administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to ensure data integrity, system functionality, and operational efficiency.

o Develop, evaluate, and improve Human Resources processes, workflows, and administrative practices to increase efficiency, consistency, and the overall employee experience.

o Partner with other departments within the Company to improve system integration, reporting capabilities, and cross-functional processes.

• Benefits Administration: Lead the administration of employee benefit programs by ensuring exceptional employee service, regulatory compliance, effective vendor management, and competitive benefit offerings that support employee well-being and organizational objectives.

o Oversee the administration of all employee benefit programs, including health and ancillary plans, wellness initiatives, and related employee benefit offerings.

o Coordinate with benefit providers, third-party administrators, and other vendors to support day-to-day benefit administration, resolve employee concerns, and ensure regulatory compliance..

o Coordinate annual open enrollment, employee benefit communications, educational initiatives, and ongoing employee support to promote benefit understanding and engagement.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:

o Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required)

o Five or more years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience (required)

o Professional Human Resources certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR (preferred)

• Skills/capabilities:

o Strong knowledge of employee relations, compensation administration, employee benefits, employment law, leave administration, HRIS, and Human Resources operations.

o Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.

o Ability to coach leaders, manage multiple priorities, analyze data, and build positive relationships throughout the organization.

o Strong attention to detail and ability to administer sensitive Human Resources processes accurately and consistently.

o Proactive with technology, process improvement, and using Human Resources data to support decision making.

• Alignment with our company core values of People First, Respect and Integrity, Innovation, Dependability, and Enjoyment.

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.