Woodward Academy is Atlanta at its very best. We intentionally bring together students from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, creating a richer learning community and exceptional academic opportunities. Our students and graduates are caring and compassionate global citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be.

The HR Generalist will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative and operational activities supporting the Human Resources Department to develop, enhance, and execute procedures and policies in alignment with the Academy’s goals and initiatives. This position requires an extensive knowledge of HR core competencies: recruiting, benefits, compensation, technology, training, organizational development, and learning and development. The ideal candidate will be proactive and have experience in handling a wide range of human resources services. This person must be exceedingly well organized, flexible, have excellent attention to detail, and able to work independently with little or no supervision.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Understand the Woodward Academy vision, mission, and strategy
• Work with department leaders to ensure compliance in accordance with federal, state, and local employment requirements (e.g. FMLA, Workers' Compensation, Title VII, ADA, EEOC, ADEA, FSLA, OSHA, etc.)
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues
• Provide assistance to supervisors and managers for new hire onboarding, payroll corrections, changes and additional manager self-service transactions
• Coach both employees and managers on correct interpretation and administration of school policies
• Deliver internal communication materials regarding benefits, compensation, and other business/human resources policies and procedures
• Conduct New Hire orientation
• Respond to and manage unemployment claims
• Administer various functions involving leave of absences, including system administration, communication with our leave management provider, informing employees of their rights, return to work, ADA extensions and status of employment
• Enter and review associate data within HRIS and payroll systems timely and accurately
• Provide subject matter expertise to associates and leadership on people practices, systems, and resources
• Review employment applications, resumes and other credentials
• Oversee pre-screening, in-person interviews and pre-employment assessments
• Screen and refer candidates for additional interviews and assist hiring managers with interviews when necessary
• Provide timely follow up and correspondence
• Identify gaps in the execution of recruitment strategies that ensures the attraction and selection of high potential talent and developing a strong field talent pipeline
• Ensure the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information
• Serve as professional subject matter expert in workers’ compensation benefits to all parties involved in the workers’ compensation program
• Ensure that claims handling is conducted in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and other legal requirements and that all applicable academy procedures and policies are followed
• Provide triage support to employees and leaders on miscellaneous matters
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned or required

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Ability to make recommendations that effectively resolve problems and/or issues by using judgment consistent with HR standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations or governmental law
• Strong knowledge of Academy policies, labor laws and regulations relating to all employment functions
• Knowledge of HRIS and ATS systems; proficiency using Google Suites, Microsoft Office Suite Software and relevant tools/technology ( Paycom, UKG, and Paycor are a plus)

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• 4+ years in Human Resources related area of responsibility
• Human Resources Certification is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,633.29 - $83,405.38 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Atlanta, GA 30337: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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