Sr. HR Generalist

Sr. HR Generalist

We currently have an opening on the Business Solutions team as a Sr. HR Generalist.

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, & a marketing team specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

As a Sr. HR Generalist at LJA Business Solutions, you will be responsible for providing daily support of our Human Resources programs and policies including: employee relations, investigations, training, performance management, HRIS maintenance, onboarding, policy implementation, change management, Mergers & Acquisitions integration support, and multi-state employment law compliance. This is a 100% in-office role with in-person collaboration and engagement.

A typical day might include:

• Providing guidance and support to managers on issues of company policy & practice interpretation
• Working with operations to resolve employee relations issues. Investigating, guiding and assisting in dispute resolution with support of HR Manager
• Assisting with the organization's performance management process through coaching, educating, and providing feedback to managers
• Supporting the development of HR programs, policies and processes to facilitate employee and organizational development
• Assisting with annual HR programs including performance management, salary planning and benefits enrollment programs
• Providing reports and analytics to management as requested
• Conducting exit interviews and helping provide analytics to management
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal & state employment laws and compliance requirements
• Responding to HR related inquiries
• Fostering the LJA culture within assigned regional business units through change management
• Assisting with M&A activities
• Serving as liaison within the HR team, and internal corporate business organizations
• Traveling as needed to other company offices

Required education/license/certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources
• HR certification preferred

Required qualifications:

• 3+ years as an HR Generalist
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of small multidisciplinary team
• Excellent time management skills and proven ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Must communicate effectively and be proactive in seeking resolutions
• Must have working knowledge of MS Office
• Must have a proactive approach to sharing ideas & creating solutions for HR initiatives
• Ability to travel up to 30%
• Experience with integrating M&A's is advantageous

Level up with LJA:

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, & a full office closure from Christmas to New Year.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity / parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.

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