Human Resource Generalist

For over four decades, the higher education experts at Jenzabar have been helping colleges and universities across the world thrive through multiple services. The Jenzabar culture is one that fosters an entrepreneurial environment, where employees are encouraged to be creative, work hard, and have a great time while doing so. We believe in open doors, asking tough questions, respecting each other, and surpassing our clients' expectations every step of the way. It's an enjoyable place to be, with casual dress and a relaxed atmosphere.

Mission Statement:

Created out of a passion for education and a vision for technology, we believe all lives are worthy and capable of greatness and are blessed with masterpieces within. Jenzabar's mission is to explore, build, and invest in innovative and disruptive technologies and services to empower and transform higher education for all to achieve greatness personally, at home, at work, and in the world.

You're a Human Resources Generalist. You know benefits, employee relations, employment law, and compensation, just to name a few. You've mastered the art of juggling 14 things at once without batting an eyelash. You can move from compiling a massive excel spreadsheet to organizing an employee appreciation party in the blink of an eye. If Jenzabar was a football team, you'd be the quarterback, strategizing and leading us forward to the endzone! And like a quarterback, you see the bigger picture but also know the intricacies of the day-to-day. Our Harrisonburg office needs you to fill our HR void.

Is this you?

• Detail oriented and thoroughly thorough
• I know what ADP, FLSA, and FMLA stand for
• I'm a spreadsheet pro
• If things aren't going to plan, I shake it off and find a new plan
• Amateur party planner and social director
• If a process doesn't make sense to me, I'll come up with a way to make it easier and better
• Administrative work? No sweat - paperwork is not the enemy
• Health insurance and 401(k) plans are my friends
• I'm a born problem solver. If I can't figure it out, I'll try to find the answer first, then ask the question.

We have:

• A fun-loving team that works hard for our employees
• A fast-paced office environment
• A passion to further educate and grow our employees
• A competitive benefits and time-off package geared towards encouraging a work-life balance

You have:

• A team-oriented, service-minded attitude
• Organizational skills that would make Marie Kondo jealous
• The desire to make the world a better place for others

And now for the serious details:

• Assist with the new hire process including, but not limited to: background checks, new hire paperwork, I9 compliance, system maintenance, payroll forms and records, orientation and onboarding
• Manage the employee exit process including, but not limited to: exit paperwork, exit interviews, IT equipment return, and system maintenance
• Maintain accurate Human Resource Information System records
• Administer and maintain employee benefits and benefit systems including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, 401k, FMLA, STD/LTD, life, HSA, and FSA accounts
• Assist with annual Open Enrollment
• Prepare payroll documents
• Maintain and update employee files
• Run system reports as needed
• Complete and respond to employment verification requests in a timely manner
• Responsible for timely processing of all HR invoices
• Assist with the annual performance review process
• Provide day-to-day support for employees
• Assist employees and managers with minor Employee Relations concerns
• Participate in the coordination of office social committee and social committee events
• Assist with recruiting as needed
• Recommend new processes, policies, and procedures to achieve continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Maintain compliance with all federal and state employment laws and regulations
• Assist with employee compensation-related matters
• Responsible for administering, tracking & collecting COBRA payments
• Responsible for Unemployment and Workers Compensation administration
• Work closely with other members of HR team to maintain high level of organization within the department
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline

Required Experience:

• 5 years of Human Resource experience
• 2 years in HR Generalist role
• Experience with ADP (or related HRIS system)
• Experience administering benefits
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft products (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - including presentation skills
• Proven ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and management
• Must be organized and detail oriented
• Proven ability to maintain a high standard of confidentiality & autonomy

Benefits

Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Educational Assistance

Jenzabar does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetics, genetic markers and carrier status, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by state and federal laws.