HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

JOB TITLE: HR GENERALIST DEPARTMENT: HUMAN RESOURCES REPORTS TO: HRBP CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT CLEARANCE: ABILITY TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A SECURITY CLEARANCE LOCATION: HOLLYWOOD, MD JOB SUMMARY: The HR Generalist supports a broad range of human resources functions with a primary focus on onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, employee records management, and HR operations. This role partners with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless employee experience while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The HR Generalist serves as a key point of contact for employees throughout the employment lifecycle and supports continuous improvement of HR processes and programs. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Coordinate and execute all aspects of new hire onboarding, including candidate communications, background screenings, system setup, training coordination, travel arrangements, and first-day activities. • Partner with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to facilitate onboarding activities, track onboarding progress, and provide status updates as needed. • Ensure compliance with I-9 requirements, employment eligibility verification, and onboarding documentation. • Coordinate and administer employee benefits onboarding, including employee communications, enrollment support, presentations, and approval processing. • Complete employment, security clearance verifications, and other workforce-related documentation requests. • Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure employee files comply with company policies and regulatory requirements. • Coordinate employee offboarding activities, including exit documentation, system updates, and separation processes. • Monitor unemployment claims and accounts to ensure timely responses, compliance, and resolution of issues. • Process offer letters, promotions, and referral bonuses within HR systems. • Perform HRIS reconciliation activities between ADP and third-party vendor platforms to ensure data integrity. • Support compliance initiatives, including EEO reporting, VETS-4212 reporting, FMLA administration, labor law compliance, and health and safety programs. • Assist with process mapping, documentation updates, and continuous improvement initiatives within Human Resources. • Coordinate recruitment-related travel arrangements and onboarding logistics as needed. • Support HR projects and initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and employee experience. • Perform other duties as are necessary and/or required. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and 2+ years of Human Resources experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; or an Associate's degree in a related field and 0-2 years of relevant experience; or 6 years of relevant experience. • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. • Experience supporting onboarding, benefits administration, HR compliance, and employee records management. • Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices. • Experience with HRIS systems, preferably ADP. • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • SHRM-CP or HRCI PHR/SPHR certification in Human Resources Management. • Active clearance. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times. • Ability to traverse manufacturing facility.