Sr. HR Generalist - Temp to Perm

COMPANY OVERVIEW At Harbor Health, we’re transforming healthcare in Austin through collaboration and innovation. We’re seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team! POSITION OVERVIEW We're seeking an Sr. HR Generalist (Temp to Perm) to join our dynamic team and support our mission. This role is crucial in maintaining the day-to-day operations of our HR function and contributing to our people-first culture. We're looking for a key contributor who can efficiently manage HR processes while providing exceptional service to our clinicians and teammates. As our ideal candidate, you'll embody the following qualities in your daily work:

• Proactive Problem Solver: While others might wait for direction, you'll anticipate HR needs and take initiative. Whether it's streamlining the onboarding process or improving employee documentation, you'll identify opportunities to enhance our HR operations.
• Reliable Executor: When tasks arise, you won't just add them to a to-do list – you'll efficiently complete them, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. From processing payroll to managing benefits enrollment, you'll move projects across the finish line with precision.
• Adaptable Professional: In our growing healthcare startup, priorities can shift quickly. You'll thrive in this environment, readily adapting to our new HCM and other systems, benefit changes, or evolving compliance requirements.
• Employee Advocate: While handling a variety of responsibilities, you'll make the employee experience smoother and more positive. Whether you're answering questions, processing leave requests, or coordinating orientations, you'll ensure our team members feel supported and valued.
• Continuous Improver: Despite the demands of daily tasks, you'll consistently look for ways to improve our HR processes, making them more efficient and user-friendly for both the HR team and employees across the organization.

Ready to dive into diverse HR challenges, drive operational excellence, and shape the future of healthcare? Join us and be part of something transformative POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES HR Operations

• Process day-to-day HR operations tasks including: onboarding, payroll processing, benefits administration, and HRIS system transactions in UKG Ready.
• Administer benefit processing including: health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits.
• Partner with Finance to conduct monthly audits for Benefit plans ensuring billing accuracy.
• Ensure data integrity in the UKG Ready system, ensuring that teammates are set up and updated in a timely manner.
• Support the HR team with process improvements and efficiency initiatives (automation when possible).

Employee Support

• Engage and execute the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience that sets employees up for success.
• Process leave of absence requests (FMLA, ADA, state leaves) including documentation, tracking, and coordination with managers and teammates.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, and general HR support on our HR Slack channel.

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Must be based in Austin, Texas metro area with ability to work hybrid schedule (1-2 days per week in North Central Austin) Education & Experience

• Certificate or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; candidates with relevant experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive HR generalist experience.
• Experience with payroll processing, benefits administration, and UKG Ready preferred.
• Experience supporting 500+ employees in a fast-paced, growing environment.
• Proficient in Google suite, excel and comfortable using AI in a work environment (Claude).

Core Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail with proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Approachable communication skills with strong customer service. Our teammates come first!
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to research and resolve employee inquiries independently.
• Solid knowledge of federal and state employment laws, FMLA, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Adaptability and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, growing organization with a great team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the healthcare industry
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification
• Experience with high-growth or rapidly scaling organizations
• Previous experience with UKG Ready

At Harbor Health, we're transforming healthcare in Austin through collaboration and innovation. We're seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team! Harbor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians and teammates and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job