HR Generalist

## Description We’re Hiring! We have an opening available for an HR Generalist in our Denver, CO office. Do you want to make a difference in the world? Are you interested in applying your skills, talents, and education to work at a company that values people and excellence; has a long history of success, and is valued by repeat clients in an industry that makes our quality of life better? Do you want to be part of a team that will inspire you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? If you said yes to these questions, then read on to learn more about Knight Piésold and the opportunities we have open. Why Join Knight Piésold? • You will be joining a reputable, well-established global consulting firm with 100 years of industry experience that specializes in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources. • We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. There are no barriers, and no one works in isolation. You will get to build on your talents through our knowledge-sharing culture, working across borders and collaborating with top professionals in the industry. • We value each employee and recognize their contribution to the overall success of the company The Role: Are you a dynamic, creative, engagement focused HR pro? Do enjoy problem solving, building key initiatives and processes, and engaging with employees? Do you have a passion for strategic thinking and continuous improvement? Then this is the role for you! This HR Generalist role will support the Sr. HR Director with recruiting, employee relations, analytics, benefits, HRIS administration, payroll and training. This position is key to ensure seamless delivery and execution of a full range of HR initiatives. Position Summary: • This position will work closely with the Sr. HR Director to coordinate and develop key HR initiatives that support the organization’s goals. • Recruit and interview to fill vacant positions; maintain applicant tracking system including providing analytics on time posted and time to fill; responsible for timely communication with hiring managers, staffing agencies and candidates. Assists in the development and execution of recruitment programs including outreach programs and career fairs. • Assist with the administration of company benefit programs including assisting employees with eligibility questions, maintaining benefit records in HRIS system including processing enrollments, status changes, and terminations. Review monthly benefit invoices and submit for payment. • First line of contact for all employees regarding HR and payroll related questions including but not limited to time and attendance, benefits, payroll, policies, and procedures. • Responsible for maintaining personnel files and HRIS transactions including hiring, promotions, transfers, status changes, and terminations. • Responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll including pay changes, additional earnings, garnishments, tax levies, support orders, etc. Responsible for responding to unemployment claims in a timely manner. • Work closely with Accounting and Information Technology to ensure employment-related transactions are completed timely and accurately. • Responsible for onboarding new hires including data entry in HRIS system, benefit enrollment, training on processes, programs, policies, information systems, I-9’s and pre-employment screenings. • Ensure compliance with all state and federal employment laws and regulations, including, but not limited to EEO, FMLA, ADA, and FLSA. • Support the Sr. HR Director with the intake of employee relations issues, as needed • Assist the Sr. HR Director with the development and execution of HR related programs, including but not limited to, performance and talent management, recognition and engagement, training, and development. • Maintain confidentiality on all HR related matters. • Other duties as assigned. Candidate Profile: • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Busine…