Human Resources Generalist in Birmingham, Alabama at VuePoint Diagnostics LLC

POSITION SUMMARY

The HR Generalist delivers comprehensive human resources support across the colleague lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding, benefits and leave administration, colleague relations support, HRIS data integrity, and compliance-related activities. This role serves as a trusted partner to colleagues and leaders, ensuring consistent application of policies, accurate execution of processes, and a positive colleague experience aligned with organizational values.

The HR Generalist operates with a high level of independence and judgment, supporting both day-to-day HR operations and broader HR initiatives, while contributing to continuous improvement of processes, reporting, and engagement efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support recruitment activities, including job posting coordination, resume screening assistance, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
• Manage end-to-end onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation, system setup, orientation coordination, and exit procedures.
• Administer and support benefits programs, including new hire enrollments, life event changes, open enrollment activities, and coordination with benefits vendors or brokers.
• Support leave of absence processes (e.g., FMLA, ADA, and applicable state leaves), including documentation tracking and coordination with internal partners.
• Serve as a first point of contact for colleague inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and HR procedures, providing guidance with professionalism and discretion.
• Document, assess, and escalate colleague concerns as appropriate, supporting fair and consistent resolution while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist leadership with employee relations matters, including performance management documentation and corrective action support, in partnership with leadership.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date colleague records within the HRIS and related systems, ensuring data integrity, audit readiness, and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Assist with policy development, updates, and interpretation to ensure consistent application and alignment with employment laws and organizational practices.
• Coordinate and support colleague engagement initiatives, organizational events, onboarding meetings, and recognition programs.
• Support compliance efforts by maintaining accurate documentation and assisting with audits, reviews, or reporting requirements.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, escalating risks or concerns as needed.
• Assist with payroll administration while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and adherence to privacy standards.
• Perform additional HR-related duties and project work as assigned in support of HR priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• SHRM or PHR certification a plus.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in an HR Generalist, HR Operations, or similar role.
• Working knowledge of core HR functions, including benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding/offboarding, and compliance.
• Experience with Paylocity HRIS and payroll systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and strong data accuracy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with sound judgment and discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, service-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of VuePoint Diagnostics, LLC to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our employees and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, employment status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.