HR Generalist

Company: Kavaliro
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Description:

Job Overview Kavaliro is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support our local Jacksonville client's leadership and team members across multiple locations. In this role, you'll handle a wide range of HR functions, including employee relations, benefits, compensation, unemployment claims, training, and policy guidance. Your goal will be to foster a positive work environment, ensure compliance with company policies, and contribute to employee growth and satisfaction.

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Key ResponsibilitiesChampion and promote the company culture through effective communication and training.
Develop strong relationships with employees, managers, and field leadership to encourage a positive and productive workplace.
Work closely with regional and branch managers to enhance workplace relationships, morale, productivity, and retention.
Provide guidance to leadership on best practices for employee relations.
Conduct regular meetings with management to stay informed about business needs, challenges, and opportunities, and provide HR support accordingly.
Address employee concerns and questions regarding company policies, procedures, and programs in a timely manner.
Support leadership in conducting meaningful performance evaluations and ensuring employees receive constructive feedback.
Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to meet staffing needs and facilitate a smooth onboarding process.
Collaborate with the corporate payroll team to resolve pay-related issues.
Lead investigations and resolve employee concerns while ensuring compliance with company policies.
Facilitate management training on key HR topics, including corrective action, promotions, performance reviews, safety, and harassment prevention.
Assist with benefits administration and oversee the annual open enrollment process.
Handle unemployment claims and represent the company at unemployment hearings.
Utilize HR tools and systems to track data, analyze trends, and support strategic HR initiatives.
Take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications & ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED required; a bachelor's degree in business or a related field is preferred (or equivalent experience).
HR certification is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Experience with ADP Vantage is preferred.

Skills & CompetenciesStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with employees at all levels.
Customer-focused mindset and ability to build lasting relationships.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and conflict-resolution abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to challenges.
Proficiency in English (spoken and written) to ensure clear communication of policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Work Environment & TravelThis is an in-office role based at the corporate headquarters.
Requires travel (approximately 25%-30%) to various locations to support team members and leadership.
Occasional work in warehouse or storeroom environments may be required.

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

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