Description We are in search of a HR Generalist to join our team in Seattle, Washington. This position offers a long term contract employment opportunity in the HR industry. As a HR Generalist, you will be responsible for a range of HR functions including managing employee relations, administering benefits, conducting training, overseeing performance management, and ensuring compliance with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and implement employee policies effectively

• Organize and conduct employee onboarding and training programs

• Accurately process payroll and maintain necessary employee documents

• Manage employees' leaves in compliance with FMLA regulations

• Handle workplace conflicts and conduct investigations when necessary

• Oversee employee benefits and compensation programs, ensuring they are competitive and compliant with legal requirements

• Implement performance review procedures (annual, bi-annual, quarterly)

• Develop and enforce fair HR policies, ensuring employees understand and comply with them

• Ensure all HR practices are in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

• Act as the point of contact for any labor legislation issues

• Generate and submit reports on general HR activity. Requirements • Must possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in a HR Generalist role or similar field

• Strong knowledge and understanding of Benefit Functions

• Familiarity with Compliance procedures within HR

• Proven experience in handling Employee Relations

• Understanding and experience in handling Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) related matters

• Experience conducting Employee Relations Investigations

• Proficiency in using Paylocity software for payroll and HR management

• Experience with project management tools, specifically monday.com

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred

• HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus

• Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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