Human Resources Generalist (Full-time) in Tower, Minnesota at Fortune Bay Casino
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Job Description
HR Generalist
Job Description & Core Responsibilities
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: Grade 2
Starting Wage: $22.12 - $27.65
Gaming Class: Compact/Gaming
Position Summary:
The HR Generalist is a key support role within the Human Resources department. The position is responsible for assisting with various tasks from other HR role functions, cross training to fill in for team members as needed, completing special projects, and supporting overall HR goals.
The HR Generalist ensures timely completion of tasks in personnel, payroll, training, benefits, recruitment, and administrative areas. They help maintain smooth operations and foster positive relationships with Fortune Bay Resort Casino and Bois Forte Development Corporation team members through tracking, coordinating and supporting employee engagement efforts, data collection, reporting, and effective communication.
The HR Generalist consistently applies policies and procedures across all HR functions.
Success in this role means: completing daily responsibilities accurately and on time, communicating effectively with team members, leadership, and frontline staff alike, demonstrating adaptability across multiple HR functions, and maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
The HR Generalist is responsible for the following duties:
Employee Engagement and Relations (25%)
Coordinates employee feedback initiatives including scheduling exit interviews, surveys, suggestion program, focus groups, and other input channels to help produce KPI’s and identify trends affecting morale, work environment, supervision, efficiency, motivation, and retention; work with the HR Administrative Assistant/HR Coordinator to analyze and summarize findings, trends, and recommendations in collaboration with the Personnel Manager.
Collect, review, collaborate with leadership, and partner with appropriate resources to capture and communicate responses to monthly employee suggestions.
Assist the Personnel Manager with Minnesota Unemployment; Gather information, scan, file, maintain, and track unemployment paperwork.
Oversee the collection and dissemination of information about employee resources such as the EAP program, energy assistance, employee discounts, Bois Forte benefits, shoe discounts, LifeMart Discounts, and various other fringe benefits for employees.
Recruitment and Onboarding (20% (50% during the busy season)
- Assist daily with recruitment and onboarding, especially during peak seasons. This will include phone calls, reference and background checks, scheduling interviews, organizing paperwork, taking employee pictures, and updating documents on ADP.
- Coordinate with the Personnel Manager and Recruitment and Onboarding Specialist to outline salary applicants for presentation to the hiring manager, schedule salary interviews, and prepare interview packets.
- Collaborate with the Recruitment and Onboarding Specialist and Marketing to facilitate components of recruitment campaigns such as making short videos, hosting events, and attending job fairs.
- Update job descriptions as directed.
Payroll & HRIS Support (20%)
- Assist the Payroll/HRIS Manager by entering tips and maintaining job/wage changes daily.
- Partner with the Bois Forte Tribal Government, 477 program, and other entities to make resources more pertinent, supportive, and accessible.
- Provide support to employees regarding payroll deductions and payroll deposits
Training and Development (15%)
- Assist with the logistics of in-house employee trainings and programs to increase performance and productivity, and support addressing company needs based on data gathered, in cooperation with the Training Manager and Personnel Manager.
- Monitor, track, and report on training completion.
- Provide employees with support and clarification regarding personnel policies and expectations.
Administration (10%)
- Aggregate data, create charts, and visuals, as needed.
- Draft a variety of administrative correspondence, including researching and gathering content for Fortune Bay’s monthly newsletter regarding a topic chosen by the Human Resources team.
- Assist with filing progressive discipline and purging physical and digital files in accordance with file retention standards.
General (5%)
- Attend weekly HR meetings to share insights, suggestions, and plans.
- Maintain awareness regarding employment and labor laws, such as FLSA, FMLA, Title VII, and ADA.
Events and Recognition (4%)
- Assist with organizing and facilitating employee events such as the holiday party, summer picnic, appreciation meals, employee fun days, etc.
- Assist with scheduling effective recognition programs and incentives.
Other
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Education and Experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent and ability to write and communicate effectively.
- Two years of Human Resources or related cumulative experience in multiple areas including: administrative, interpersonal, data presentation, training, risk management, and benefits related roles.
- Strong computer background with skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint software programs; ability to gather and record data and information and create reports and graphs.
- Ability to administer a broad range of tasks including directing concerns to the appropriate staff, objectively synthesizing data, active listening, and disseminating information.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to listen to and respond to team member issues.
- Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to set and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and maintain a positive attitude while performing various tasks.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making; responsible and reliable.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Team-oriented and cooperative individual willing to assist with additional Human Resources responsibilities, as time permits.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two (2) year associate’s degree in human resources or related field.
- Relevant training/certifications/credentials (statistics, conflict resolution, employment law, etc.)
- Background and knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources management.
- General knowledge of employment laws and governmental compliance requirements.
- High level proficiency with Excel and ADP
- Experience in the hospitality and/or gaming industry.
Physical Demands:
Job-specific abilities and requirements include:
- Ability to sit and perform repetitive motions for extended periods of time at a computer workstation.
- Ability to walk, bend, lift light loads.
- Ability to drive with a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to tolerate various scents, noises, and bright lights.
Preference:
It is the policy of the Bois Forte Band, pursuant to tribal and federal law, to give preference to qualified Native Americans in hiring, promotion, and departmental transfers. Preference will be extended to members of the Bois Forte Band, members of other federally recognized tribes and to status Natives born in Canada.
Monday thru Friday (8am - 4pm)