Job Abstract

If interested, please apply for the position and send your resume to PBaker@mlkch.org.

POSITION SUMMARY

The HR Generalist will play a vital role in promoting a positive work environment and maintaining strong employee relationships within the hospital. This position will collaborate with various functions within HR, including LOA to ensure compliance with policies and regulations. The HR Generalist will also be responsible for analyzing employee feedback, turnover, and new hire data to provide valuable recommendations to HR leadership. Additionally, this role will assist in coordinating employee celebratory events and providing frontline support to employees. A successful HR Generalist will be a highly organized self-starter, with a depth of knowledge on all HR general practices, capable of handling complex investigations and leading/mediating crucial conversations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Foster positive employee relationships and provide guidance and support to all staff members.
• Collaborate with the LOA Specialist to ensure compliance with leave of absence policies and regulations.
• Work closely with department leaders to create and maintain a positive work environment.
• Analyze employee opinion survey results and recommend strategies to enhance employee satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and regulations by overseeing licensure compliance and maintain valid and up-to-date licenses and certifications.
• Assist with auditing employee files.
• Analyze turnover and new hire data to enhance employee retention and provide recommendations to HR leadership.
• Analyze monthly rounding feedback to improve employee satisfaction.
• Provide frontline support to employees, addressing their questions, concerns, and needs. Serve as first point of contact.
• Assist with benefits administration as needed, including enrollment, claims resolution, and employee education.
• Conduct exit interviews, process termination paperwork, and issue final checks.
• Develop strong working relationships with department leaders to promote proactive employee relations.
• Manage and resolve basic and complex employee relations issues through thorough investigations.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Foster morale, improve workplace relationships, and enhance productivity and retention.
• Collaborate with management to ensure accurate performance evaluations.
• Assist with facilitating management training programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as Joint Commission and CDPH.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency within the HR department.
• Plan and manage employee engagement events and participate in rewards and recognition programs.
• Assists with monthly reporting and auditing of terminations. 
• Assists with best to work strategies.
• Perform other assigned duties.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A.   Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or other related field; Master’s Degree in Human Resources preferred.

B.  Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and other HR-related software applications.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and compliance requirements is a plus.
• HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is desirable but not required.

C.   Special Skills/Knowledge

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Kronos is a plus.
• Possess intermediate math skills excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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