This position is located in the Carrollwood / Forest Hills section of Tampa.

Characteristics of Position:

The Human Resources Generalist will perform the routine daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including recruitment and hiring of staff, onboarding, New Employee Orientation, benefits, learning and development, performance management, labor law compliance, employee relations and enforcing company policies and practices.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to full cycle recruitment, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Participates in full cycle recruitment activities including posting vacancies on various career sites and sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selecting qualified job applicants for open positions.
• Performs hiring/onboarding tasks related to employment eligibility, background and local law screenings, reference checks and credential verification for employees, students, volunteers, and consultants.
• Collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for job titles/groups to ensure accuracy with vacancy postings, job descriptions and salary ranges. for assigned job titles/groups.
• Process bi-weekly payroll for exempt and nonexempt employees by reviewing, approving, and reconciling payroll data for timely and accurate payment- including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Accurately calculate and complete entry for additional compensation such as incentives, adjustments, retro pay, and expense reimbursements.
• Process voluntary and involuntary deductions such as federal and state tax levies, child support and creditor garnishments as regulated by federal and state law.
• Process and administer year end payroll reconciliations and W-2 statements.
• Administer various employee benefits programs, such as group health, dental and vision, life insurance, retirement 403 (b), wellness and other voluntary worksite benefits; assist employees with related programs.
• Provides support to employees with benefit related questions; resolve administrative problems with the carrier representatives.
• Facilitates annual and new hire enrollments including online benefits enrollment process and communication materials.
• Maintain enrollment data in payroll and various provider/vendor enrollment systems.
• Administer all 403(b) enrollments, changes, and loan notifications.
• Administer employee benefit programs in conjunction with third party administrator (if applicable) including, but not limited to, COBRA, Worker's Compensation, FMLA, ADA, unemployment, etc. 
• Participates in training and development program to ensure compliance with employment laws and contractual requirements.
• Plans and organizes various training activities including New Employee Orientation (NEO), CPR/First Aid, crisis intervention and other skills and competency training for employees; may present HR-related topics at NEO.
• Participates in the maintenance of Learning Management System (LMS)- including assigning/removing users, training plan development and compliance reporting.
• Promotes advanced certification and/or education, and guides workforce through process for achievement.
• Participates in, and monitors, performance management initiatives related to employee development, performance reviews, disciplinary action and performance improvement plans.  
• Address employee relations issues, such as work complaints/grievances or other employee concerns.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Sends and collects employee survey data and reports to identify areas of strengths and recommendations for improvement related to recruitment, retention, development, benefits and other workforce related matters.
• Participates in committees to support HR initiatives with employee engagement, inclusion, recognition, and wellness. 
• Participate in internal/external audit activities related to HR functions.
• Organizes and attends job fairs, campus events, and other networking opportunities.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

Pre-requisite Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalency 
• A minimum of two (2) years of human resources or office management experience.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a human resources, business, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License

Preferred Attribute:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or related field
• SHRM-CP or SCP
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, carry items, and stoop. Prolonged periods of sitting at desk and working on a computer screen. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time.

Supervision: This position reports to the Human Resources Manager. This position does not provide supervision to others.

Work Environment:  This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners and video conferencing equipment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday, hours may range from 7:30a to 6:00p. Flexibility in hours allowed, with approval.

Travel: Occasional travel between ACTS locations should be expected.

The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to position.

ACTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. ACTS is an EEO/AA DFWP Employer.