Human Resources Generalist

Company Overview

Grow your career with Bigfork Valley in Minnesota’s northwoods, a four-season recreational area. Bigfork Valley is an independent medical campus with a hospital, clinic, assisted living, long term care, chiropractic clinic, physical therapy, surgical center, pharmacy, fitness center, cafeteria, and daycare center.

Overview

Under the direction of the Human Resource Manager, supports and administers a variety of human resources functions and programs throughout the organization. Provides day-to-day HR support to employees and leaders in areas including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, payroll coordination, training, employee records, and HR compliance.

Serves as a resource to employees and supervisors by responding to routine questions, providing information on organizational policies and procedures, and assisting with the resolution of HR-related matters. Maintains accurate and confidential employee information and promotes a positive, supportive, and professional work environment consistent with Bigfork Valley's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates recruitment activities, including job postings, application processing, candidate communication, interview scheduling, and pre-employment requirements.
• Coordinates new employee onboarding, including preparation of new hire paperwork, employee files, orientation materials, and required documentation.
• Conducts new employee orientation and provides information regarding organizational policies, procedures, benefits, and resources.
• Serves as an initial point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding routine HR questions, policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Assists with employee relations matters, including gathering information, maintaining documentation, and coordinating follow-up as directed by the Human Resource Manager.
• Promotes positive working relationships and effective communication among employees, supervisors, and departments.
• Supports employee recognition, appreciation, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Assists employees with questions regarding benefit programs, enrollment, and related processes, including coordination of open enrollment activities.
• Coordinates employment-related information and status changes with payroll to support timely and accurate processing.
• Assists with leave administration, including tracking, documentation, and employee communication, referring complex matters to the Human Resource Manager as appropriate.
• Reviews payroll, benefit, and other HR-related records for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintains accurate and confidential employee personnel files and electronic HR records, including documentation of hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, and terminations.
• Maintains and tracks required employee documentation, credentials, licenses, certifications, and training records.
• Assists with HR audits, surveys, reporting, and compliance activities to support adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Prepares routine correspondence, reports, and HR-related communications.
• Assists with coordinating employee education, training, and development activities, including scheduling, tracking, and follow-up on required training.
• Supports organizational training initiatives and ongoing employee development.
• Maintains the confidentiality of employee and organizational information.
• Provides professional, courteous, and timely service to employees, applicants, supervisors, and other individuals.
• Works collaboratively with HR team members, department leaders, and other departments to support organizational needs.
• Stays informed of HR practices, policies, and applicable employment requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Experience in human resources or an HR department, with knowledge of human resources management, employment law in talent management, and HR legal compliance.
• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
• Experience in a healthcare or other regulated environment is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Familiarity with HR systems is valuable; examples include Oracle HCM, UltiPro, SAP SuccessFactors, and Kenexa BrassRing.
• Experience with payroll, benefits, recruiting, or regulatory compliance is helpful.

Pay: $26.75 - $44.79 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person