HR Generalist en THE ARC OF THE OZARKS

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Position starting at $64,000 annually! 

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals.   Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!  

Bring Your Experience to The Arc! Experience-based wages are available for those whose background is above and beyond the position's requirements. 

What is this job all about? 

We’re looking for a proactive and skilled Human Resources Generalist to bring expertise, energy, and initiative to The Arc of the Ozarks. In this professional, exempt role, you’ll manage HR responsibilities with independent judgment and discretion, focusing on recruitment, onboarding, training, policy implementation, and employment law compliance. If you’re passionate about connecting talent with opportunity and creating a positive employee experience, this is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact! 

If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits. 

What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like? 

As a Human Resources Generalist, you’ll be at the heart of connecting talent with opportunity and ensuring a smooth HR experience for all employees. Your daily responsibilities include: 

• Planning and participating in recruitment and community networking activities, posting job listings, and updating requisitions in the Applicant Tracking System. 

• Researching and implementing innovative recruitment methods to attract qualified candidates. 

• Reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and exercising independent judgment to select candidates, schedule follow-ups, and make job offers. 

• Conducting background and reference checks, drug screenings, and maintaining applicant documentation. 

• Leading new employee orientation and providing coaching to management on disciplinary procedures. 

• Tracking and reporting workers’ compensation claims, liaising with employees, supervisors, and insurance carriers as needed. 

• Teaching designated training classes (e.g., CPR/First Aid) and maintaining training documentation. 

• Monitoring employee status reports, including licensure, performance appraisals, and compliance with employment laws. 

• Maintaining personnel files, HRIS records, and generating reports as needed. 

• Partnering with employees and management to communicate HR policies, procedures, and legal requirements. 

• Performing other duties as assigned to support the HR team and the mission of the Arc. 

This is an engaging role for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about creating a positive employee experience. 

What do I need to be successful in this position? 

We’re looking for a knowledgeable and motivated Human Resources Generalist who is ready to make an impact! 

• Professional understanding of HR operations, including recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, employee relations, policy implementation, worker’s compensation, and benefits. 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive business records. 

• Skilled in computer software for HR record-keeping and running employment reports efficiently. 

• Strong ability to plan and deliver trainings for staff. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with employees, management, and the public. 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion while working with minimal supervision. 

• Licensed and insured driver, able to travel infrequently within Missouri. 

• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed. 

• Ability to perform basic physical tasks such as bending, standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 lbs on an infrequent basis. 

Education & Experience: 

• At least two years of experience in a human resources capacity or human resources generalist capacity is required. 

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

Excited to bring your skills to a mission-driven organization? Apply today! 

Here’s a little more: 

• Competitive salary and excellent working environment 

• Eligibility for Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance after a 0-day waiting period 

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and AD&D coverage 

• Option to enroll in our 403(b)-retirement plan immediately - with employer match up to 4% after a year of service 

• Vacation accrual as well as 7-paid holidays a year and a paid day off to celebrate your birthday 

• Discounts on your phone bill if you use Verizon or AT&T 

• Discounted Fitness Center membership if you are Full-Time 

• Use of a fleet vehicle or paid mileage for using your vehicle 

• Opportunities for advancement 

• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement Stipend 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Wellness Program 

• Annual Wage Increase Potential 

• Many more… 

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