Comstock Companies - Reston, VA, US

Jr. HR Generalist

Date Posted: 2024-05-17

Job description

Jr. HR Generalist

Department: Human Resources

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Corporate Office

Reporting To: Michelle Poole

Description

The Jr. HR Generalist is responsible for providing comprehensive support in the day-to-day operations of human resources, ensuring the effective use of processes, systems, and strategies related to talent acquisition, new hire onboarding, and HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

Onboarding & Training:

Coordinate and conduct new employee orientations.
Make suggestions for improvement for new hire orientation and onboarding process.
Assist with creating and improving new hire training materials and schedules.
Ensure new hires are set up timely and accurately in the eLearning System.
Monitor new hire completion of courses in the eLearning system, addressing non-compliance with learning plan deadlines and escalate as needed to ensure timely completion.
Administer new hire surveys to collect feedback and make necessary improvements.

HR Operations:

Assist in developing and executing procedures and policies and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommend best practices.
Contribute to the design and implementation of employee engagement initiatives, wellness programs, and HR departmental goals.
Provide excellent customer service to current, former, and prospective employees.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files.
Prepare HR documents such as offer letters.
Administer and enhance the company's social media presence as it relates to talent acquisition and human resource's function.
Provide basic administrative, data-entry, and filing support for all human resource functions and projects.
Perform backup duties at the corporate office Receptionist desk.

Talent Acquisition:

Assist with end-to-end recruitment process using the applicant tracking system to ensure all stages of process are updated accurately and timely.
Provide support to the recruiting function by creating and auditing job postings, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting phone screens, and providing information on job opportunities to applicants.
Perform candidate searches using various resources such as job boards, job fairs, social media, recruitment agencies, and employee referrals.
Review employment applications and resumes to match applicants with job requirements.
Assist with selecting qualified job applicants to refer to hiring managers, making hiring
recommendations.
Attend job fairs and establish and/or maintain partnerships as needed with local colleges and universities.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Qualifications:

BA/BS degree in Human Resources or related field.
Minimum of 2-3 relevant experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and use new software programs quickly and effectively.
Ability to maintain confidential information in accordance with Comstock policy.
Consistently perform work in a credible and trustworthy manner, operating with high degree of integrity.
Consistently hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence.
Ability to quickly develop trust and maintain that trust through consistent and effective partnership with assigned client group(s) consistently.
Consistently demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude and work to fuel growth and innovation.
Consistently work from a customer-focused and results-oriented perspective.
Continuously learn and develop in ways that enhance work performance in the role.
Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced
environment.
Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision.

Key Competencies:

Time Management and Organizational Skills.
Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills.
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving.
Resourcefulness and Proactive Approach.
Ability to work with ambiguity.
Excellent Judgment and Decision-Making Skills.
Customer Service Oriented.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Spend time sitting, standing, and walking
Spend time making repetitive motions
Able to use his/her hands to manipulate/control tools and/or objects
Work under distracting or uncomfortable noise levels
Work indoors in a temperature-controlled environment
Respectful of shared workspace and physical proximity with other

Benefits

Compensation:
- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
- Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance

Career Development
- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
- Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth

Employee Perks (to name a few):
- Housing Discount
- Commuter Benefits
- Free Parking and EV charging
- Parental Leave Program
- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

Explore more perks and possibilities here for growing your career with Comstock Companies! Discover what sets us apart!

2024-06-26

Jr. HR Generalist, Comstock Companies, Reston, VA

Jr. HR Generalist

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