<p>The ideal Sr. HR Generalist candidate will possess strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, extensive experience managing employee relations matters, and expertise in FMLA and other protected leave programs. This individual must be comfortable advising leaders, conducting investigations, and promoting a positive and compliant workplace culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Employee Relations</p><p>Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, providing guidance and coaching to managers and employees.</p><p>Conduct workplace investigations involving employee complaints, policy violations, misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and performance concerns.</p><p>Partner with leadership to resolve complex employee issues while minimizing organizational risk.</p><p>Facilitate conflict resolution and promote positive employee engagement initiatives.</p><p>Provide recommendations on corrective actions, documentation, and performance improvement plans.</p><p>Leave Administration & Accommodations</p><p>Administer and track FMLA, ADA, military leave, workers' compensation, and other federal and state leave programs.</p><p>Manage employee leave requests from initial intake through return-to-work processes.</p><p>Coordinate interactive accommodation processes and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>Communicate with employees, managers, and third-party administrators regarding leave and accommodation matters.</p><p>Ensure accurate recordkeeping and documentation related to leaves of absence.</p><p>Compliance & Employment Law</p><p>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.</p><p>Advise management on wage and hour laws, leave laws, employee classification, disciplinary actions, and HR best practices.</p><p>Review and update employee handbook, policies, and procedures as needed.</p><p>Monitor legislative changes impacting employment practices and recommend policy updates accordingly.</p><p>Assist in preparing for audits and compliance reviews.</p><p>Performance Management</p><p>Support managers throughout the performance management process.</p><p>Provide guidance on coaching, employee development, disciplinary actions, and terminations.</p><p>Assist with performance review programs and talent development initiatives.</p><p>Ensure consistency and fairness in performance-related decisions.</p><p>Recruitment & Talent Support</p><p>Partner with hiring managers on recruitment efforts as needed.</p><p>Assist with onboarding and orientation activities.</p><p>Support workforce planning and talent acquisition initiatives.</p><p>Help develop strategies to attract and retain top talent.</p><p>HR Operations</p><p>Maintain HRIS records and ensure employee data integrity.</p><p>Generate reports and metrics related to turnover, attendance, employee relations, and HR compliance.</p><p>Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communications.</p><p>Participate in HR projects and process improvement initiatives.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist to join a construction and contractor organization in Glendale, Arizona on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position will support employee-focused HR operations while also helping shape training and development initiatives that improve workforce capability and consistency across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in employee relations, HR administration, HR systems, and learning program support, along with the ability to translate operational needs into practical people solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide day-to-day human resources activities, including employee relations matters, policy interpretation, and administrative support across the organization.<br>• Partner with leaders and internal stakeholders to identify workforce development needs and build practical training materials that support field and office employees.<br>• Develop instructional resources such as facilitator manuals, learner handouts, presentation content, job aids, and evaluation tools for instructor-led programs.<br>• Gather information from subject matter experts and convert technical or experience-based knowledge into clear, engaging content for adult learners.<br>• Tailor learning solutions to different audiences, work environments, and language needs to improve understanding and on-the-job application.<br>• Monitor the quality and effectiveness of HR and training materials, updating content based on feedback, observations, and business requirements.<br>• Recommend approaches that strengthen ongoing learning, including coaching, mentoring, field-based instruction, and community-driven knowledge sharing.<br>• Manage multiple assignments at once while maintaining deadlines, accuracy, and alignment with company standards and compliance expectations.