The "Why" Behind This Posting Let’s be honest: in the world of HR, we all know it is always better to be proactive than reactive. While we aren't currently filling a specific vacancy for a single client today, the HR Generalist is a frequently requested role in Jacksonville. Instead of waiting for a "fire" to start, we’d love to connect with you on the front end to learn about your background, your career goals, and what your ideal next step looks like.
By applying today, you’re ensuring that when a strategic decision-maker comes to us with a need, we can advocate for you immediately. If you are actively or passively seeking a new challenge, let’s get to know each other now so we can move fast when the right match appears. Experience & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or progresssive experience
- Equivalency: A combination of relevant professional experience and specialized HR training will be considered in lieu of a formal degree. We value the practical expertise and "boots-on-the-ground" knowledge gained through years of dedicated HR practice.
- Experience: Generally 3–5 years of progressive HR experience in a "generalist" capacity.
- Certification: SHRM-CP or PHR certifications are highly preferred and often requested by our clients.
- Soft Skills: You are a "people person" who also loves a good spreadsheet. High emotional intelligence (EQ), exceptional communication skills, and the ability to act as a neutral, objective partner to both leadership and staff.
- Change Management: Supporting the organization through structural shifts, mergers, or rapid scaling.
- Process Optimization: Identifying "friction points" in current workflows and implementing automated or streamlined solutions.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactively identifying potential employment liabilities and addressing them before they escalate.
salary: $55,000 - $65,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: High School
Responsibilities
- Employee Relations: Acting as a trusted advisor to both employees and management; conducting investigations and resolving conflicts with a balanced, empathetic approach.
- Full-Cycle Recruitment: Managing the talent pipeline from sourcing and interviewing to extending offers and onboarding.
- Compliance & Legal: Maintaining a deep understanding of local, state, and federal labor laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO) to keep the organization protected.
- Benefits & Payroll Administration: Assisting with open enrollment, processing payroll, and managing leave of absence programs.
- Performance Management: Supporting the annual review process, coaching managers on PIPs, and driving employee engagement initiatives.
- HRIS Management: Proficiency in platforms like Workday, ADP, BambooHR, or UKG to maintain data integrity and generate insightful reports.
- Culture & Engagement: Leading "Great Place to Work" initiatives, organizing team-building events, and managing employee recognition programs to boost morale and productivity.
- Safety & Workers' Compensation: Managing OSHA logs and reporting, coordinating workers' comp claims, and participating in safety committee meetings to minimize workplace risk.
- Data Analytics & Reporting: Utilizing HRIS data to track key metrics such as turnover rates, time-to-hire, and demographic shifts to provide "story-driven" data to the executive team.
Skills
Qualifications
Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
