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Description

Human Resources Generalist

Confidential – Onsite role based in the Minneapolis area

About the Company

Our client is a privately held organization with a strong local presence and a diverse workforce. The company has been steadily growing for nearly two decades and is recognized for its commitment to delivering reliable services, supporting employees, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. With a mix of year-round staff and a broader team that scales seasonally, the organization values stability, accountability, and long-term relationships with both its employees and the community.

Position Overview

The Human Resources Generalist will support day-to-day HR functions and serve as a trusted partner to both leadership and employees. This role requires a hands-on professional who can balance employee relations, compliance, and administrative responsibilities while fostering a positive workplace culture. The HR Generalist will collaborate closely with leadership, while also working independently to ensure processes are followed and employee needs are met.

Key Responsibilities

+ Act as the first point of contact for employee relations, ensuring issues are addressed professionally and escalated appropriately.

+ Support managers in handling performance discussions, corrective actions, and consistent application of company policies.

+ Oversee benefit administration including enrollment, compliance, and employee communication; coordinate with external brokers and internal leadership during renewals.

+ Manage unemployment claims, leave of absence processes, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.

+ Maintain accurate HR records, assist with updates to employee policies, and communicate changes clearly across the organization.

+ Collaborate with leadership on annual performance review processes and assist in standardizing evaluation practices.

+ Partner with internal recruiting resources to ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding cycles.

+ Provide occasional administrative support for office operations and special projects as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications

+ 2+ years of progressive HR experience; prior exposure to employee relations, benefits, and compliance strongly preferred.

+ Solid understanding of employment law and HR best practices.

+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to a diverse workforce.

+ Comfortable working independently in a smaller office environment while balancing multiple priorities.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to HRIS systems a plus.

+ Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent professional experience).

Compensation & Benefits

+ Salary range: $60,000 – $70,000, commensurate with experience.

+ Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, PTO, and retirement offerings.

Who Will Succeed in This Role

This opportunity is best suited for someone who enjoys working independently, has a steady and consistent approach, and thrives in an environment where they can make the function their own. Candidates who are self-starters, detail-oriented, and committed to building strong employee relationships will excel.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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