Human Resources Generalist

Bank OZK • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

Provides consultative and tactical support to management and employees on HR-related matters. Cultivates and maintains effective work relationships; assists with the administration, coordination, and evaluation of various human resources functions across the Bank; and communicates effectively with the HR department and leaders. Actively participates in and contributes to various activities and projects, with access to highly confidential information, under the direction of HR management.

Requirements

• Knowledge of employment related laws and regulations at the state and federal level.
• Knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative to accomplish work objectives.
• Ability to work effectively and demonstrate flexibility in a continually changing environment.
• Ability to demonstrate effective organization, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with exacting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work extended hours.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail.
• Skill in using computer and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate work experience required
• 1+ year work experience in a HR generalist/specialist role required
• 1+ year experience and demonstrated proficiency in producing reports in Microsoft Excel and Word required

Nice To Haves

• 1+ year experience writing and/or editing professional-level documents (i.e., policies, procedures, reports) preferred
• Prior work experience in a professional, large corporate environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide support as a member of the Human Resources team, ensuring all employee information is kept confidential.
• Complete regular (weekly/bi-weekly) updates of organization charts and staffing reports, ensuring accuracy
• Provide administrative support regarding state and federal agency response filings, including preparation of corporate responses to state unemployment in the prescribed time frames
• In support of HR management, assist in providing guidance and support related to HR policies and programs (i.e., recruitment and staffing, employee relations, performance management, disciplinary and termination matters, compensation and benefits, leaves of absence) and other HR-related business matters
• Conduct job analysis and coordinate with managers and subject matter experts to prepare job descriptions; ensure content is complete/accurate and formatting is correct; assist in determining exemption and officer status.
• May assist in reviewing salary requests for candidates and employees to ensure equity and alignment with budget and other Bank policies, procedures, and expectations; may assist in coordinating offers of employment
• Learn and maintain awareness of current employment/labor laws and regulations (federal, state, and local) and HR-related policies, procedures, and programs to assist in various employee matters
• Assist in collaborating with other HR specialists in areas related to compliance, employment law, leaves of absence, accommodations, benefits, payroll, etc. to facilitate efficient and effective support for the organization
• Assist in documenting new and revised policies, procedures, programs, and metrics that support the achievement of the organization’s business goals
• Manage a variety of assignments concurrently and interact professionally and effectively with all levels of management and staff
• Work with HR management on a variety of projects including program design, analysis, budgeting, HR metrics, and ad hoc reports, as requested
• Produce accurate, thorough and timely work, while meeting commitments and following policies and procedures
• Assist and guide in employee relation matters pertaining to employees.
• Assist the HRBP’s with regional matters pertaining to investigations, disciplines, terminations.
• Offer support to managers in the employee relation partnership.
• Maintain good punctuality and attendance to work.
• Enthusiastically embrace, support, and model the bank’s values and mission
• Ensure compliance with internal/external regulatory policies, procedures, and guidelines

Benefits

• generous PTO
• 401(k) matching
• health, dental, vision (and pet!) insurance
• special perks and discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level