HR Generalist

Priority1 strives to go beyond simply offering jobs. We foster careers by creating a great working environment for our team members. We hire talented individuals who will provide the best support and can quickly adapt to the rapidly changing world of logistics. These talented men and women drive our business, and we are committed to their success. Position Title: Human Resource Generalist Department: Human Resource Reports To: VP of People & Culture Location: Little Rock, AR Purpose and Goals Priority-1, Inc. is a domestic freight services company that specializes in offering full service, nationwide logistics services to its customers. Priority-1 focuses on Less Than Truckload (LTL), Truckload (TL) and Expedited services. The Human Resource Generalist position is part of the Human Resources (HR) Department. The human resource generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with senior management. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, affirmative action and employment law compliance. Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains employee handbook and policies and procedures manual. Human Resource Generalist will maintain the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department supporting an assigned team. Essential Functions: Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains employee handbook and policies and procedures manual. Liaison for HR building and maintaining partnerships with leaders at all levels. Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to all levels of management for their direct reports related to coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions, etc. Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required. Manages and resolves complex employee relation issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations as directed. Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems. Monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary. Conducts new-employee orientations and onboarding. Handles employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling and exit interviewing. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars. Identifies training needs for business units and provides and facilitates such training. Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the department and services performed. Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports from the database. Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment Files EEO-1 report annually; maintain other records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field or equivalent in related work experience 3-4 years of progressive HR experience, preferably 1-2 years as an HR Generalist Advanced PC skills with proficiency in MS Office including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred experience with Workday strongly preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations PHR and or SHRM-CP certification preferred. Compensation: Base Salary of $65,000- $75,000 depending on experience Medical Insurance with premiums paid at 100% for employees AND dependents Dental Insurance 100% paid for Employee Vision Insurance HSA with Employer Contributions Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 401(k) Plan Profit Sharing: Typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation Paid Holidays AND PTO Cancer, Critical Illness, and Accident Policies available Physical Requirements: Job functions require long periods of sitting and working from computer workstation; ability to multi-task, problem solve, and prioritize daily workload; excellent organization and record keeping skills; comfortable with oral and written communications, primarily on the telephone and email. Requires extended periods of sitting, normal walking, bending, twisting, and stretching. Capability of sight and hearing required. Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally working extended hours. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Notice: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job and duties and responsibilities may change without notice Priority-1, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Priority1 is a privately held, non-asset-based logistics brokerage provider that introduces proprietary technology to small and medium shippers, aiding them in managing their transportation spend more efficiently. We leverage our volume of over 1.5M annual shipments to create unique partnerships with asset-based carriers in the North American freight market. Our industry-leading technology and group purchasing power provide our customers with the necessary tools to control their freight and transportation costs while improving visibility in their distribution network. Our mission is to be the innovator and leader in establishing customers, employees, and vendors by exceeding their expectations through our people, technology expertise, and value. We measure our success by how well we can simplify your logistics needs. Your product, our priority.

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000