We are looking for an HR Generalist to support a growing retail organization in Cincinnati, Ohio. This is a Contract position offering a blend of employee support, compliance oversight, and benefits administration in a primarily remote environment. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to handle day-to-day HR matters with accuracy and professionalism.
Responsibilities:
- Review and resolve discrepancies involving employee records, payroll information, benefits data, and agency-related documentation to maintain accurate and compliant HR files.
- Coordinate workers’ compensation matters and support leave administration, including compliance with FMLA and other applicable state-required time-off programs.
- Respond to employee questions about benefit plans and guide team members through enrollment, coverage issues, and related processes.
- Partner with leadership to address employee relations concerns, support performance-related conversations, and help resolve workplace conflicts effectively.
- Recommend and help introduce benefit offerings or employee-focused programs that strengthen engagement and overall job satisfaction.
- Support HR initiatives that encourage a productive, respectful, and low-conflict work environment across the organization.
- Maintain HR system data and documentation while using platforms such as Workday, ADP, Ceridian, or Dayforce to support daily operations.
- Provide consistent, high-quality HR guidance to managers and employees while balancing business needs with policy compliance.
- 3-5 years of experience in human resources, ideally in a generalist capacity.
- Strong knowledge of compliance practices related to employee records, leave administration, and workplace policies.
- Hands-on experience supporting benefits administration and answering employee questions with clarity and professionalism.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships, coach employees or managers, and navigate sensitive employee relations matters.
- Proficiency with HR systems and business software, including experience with Workday and platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, or Dayforce.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle issues thoughtfully, confidentially, and effectively.
- Familiarity with FMLA, workers’ compensation, and other employment-related compliance requirements.
- Entry-level candidates with strong potential and a willingness to learn may also be considered.
