Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist is a multi-talented champion - balancing recruiting, payroll, benefits and employee relations to ensure a consistent and seamless employee experience. 

WyHy is a Member-Owned Financial Cooperative dedicated to helping our members achieve financial success. In order to be successful, WyHy seeks those individuals that are not just looking for a career, but instead searching for a place where they can become part of something extraordinary. WyHy is a company fiercely dedicated to its employees and knows that without successful employees, there will be no organizational success. At WyHy we truly value the contribution of our team members. We aren’t just looking for job experience, skills and qualifications; we also need your enthusiasm, energy and desire to succeed and to help others succeed. In return, we will offer you a dynamic, fun and supportive work environment – where you can grow professionally and make a real difference in your community. 

On top of all that, we offer our employees: 

• Competitive pay and incentive program
• Generous PTO
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Identity Theft Recovery Services
• Gym membership allowance
• Pet insurance allowance
• Holiday pay, including paid birthdays and work anniversaries off
• 401K with a generous employer match

If WyHy sounds like your kind of place to work – then you’re in luck! We have the following position available: 

TITLE:  Human Resources Generalist
REPORTS TO:  Director of Human Resources
FLSA Status:  Non-exempt
POSITION TYPE:  Full-time

Position Summary 

The Human Resources Generalist will provide comprehensive support to the Director of Human Resources across all areas of human resources, overseeing daily human resources functions and ensuring adherence to company policies and employment regulations. 

Essential Functions

• Administer employee benefits programs, reconcile benefit invoices, and coordinate open enrollment periods.
• Oversee recruitment activities including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, and onboarding processes.
• Process bi-weekly payroll and ensure its accuracy and timeliness. 
• Support the performance management process including employee evaluations, feedback collection, and documentation.
• Maintain files, forms and database information associated with personnel, benefits, general information and recruiting.
• Oversee the setup and administration of computer-based training programs (CBTs) and monitor completion of required trainings within designated timeframe.
• Update the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) home page and seek ongoing improvements to better inform employees.
• Assist with maintaining and updating human resources policies and procedures.
• Act as a liaison between employees and management.
• Address employee relations issues per company policy and escalate to the Director of Human Resources when appropriate.
• Conduct exit interviews and complete the off-boarding process.
• Handle Verification of Employment (VOE) requests. 
• Prepare human resources reports and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Serve as a resource and provide support for company events.
• Participate in continuing education and career development as approved. 

These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Additional duties may be required and assigned. This list of duties and responsibilities is subject to change without notice. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions of the job.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent work experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
• Minimum 2 years of human resources generalist experience.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in a credit union or financial institution.
• Experience in digital-first service delivery.
• Human Resources Certification (Human Resources Certification Institute - HRCI or Society for Human Resources Management - SHRM).
• Experience processing payroll.
• Experience with the ADP Human Resources Information System (HRIS) platform.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and quality focused.
• Proficiency in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment while effectively managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 or related software.

Position Requirements

• Core operating hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MT, Monday – Friday. May require occasional travel, sometimes overnight, as well as after-hours functions. 
• Requirement to be bonded. Successful background check including personal credit report and criminal record.

Physical Requirements

• While this position is primarily sedentary, while performing the essential duties of the position the employee may be required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, talk, see and hear. The nature of this position requires physical mobility and the ability to occasionally lift and/or move a maximum of 50 pounds with assistance. This position may include prolonged periods of time working on a computer and looking at a monitor screen.