HR Generalist
COMPANY OVERVIEW
At Harbor Health, we’re transforming healthcare in Austin through collaboration and innovation. We’re seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team!
POSITION SUMMARY
At Harbor Health, we're transforming healthcare in Austin through collaboration and innovation. We're seeking an HR Generalist to join our dynamic team and support our mission. This role is crucial in maintaining the day-to-day operations of our HR function and contributing to our people-first culture. We're looking for a key contributor who can efficiently manage HR processes while providing exceptional service to our clinicians and teammates.
As our ideal candidate, you'll embody the following qualities in your daily work:
- Proactive Problem Solver: While others might wait for direction, you'll anticipate HR needs and take initiative. Whether it's streamlining the onboarding process or improving employee documentation, you'll identify opportunities to enhance our HR operations.
- Reliable Executor: When tasks arise, you won't just add them to a to-do list – you'll efficiently complete them, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. From processing payroll to managing benefits enrollment, you'll move projects across the finish line with precision.
- Adaptable Professional: In our growing healthcare startup, priorities can shift quickly. You'll thrive in this environment, readily adapting to our new HCM and other systems, benefit changes, or evolving compliance requirements.
- Employee Advocate: While handling a variety of responsibilities, you'll make the employee experience smoother and more positive. Whether you're answering questions, processing leave requests, or coordinating orientations, you'll ensure our team members feel supported and valued.
- Continuous Improver: Despite the demands of daily tasks, you'll consistently look for ways to improve our HR processes, making them more efficient and user-friendly for both the HR team and employees across the organization.
Ready to dive into diverse HR challenges, drive operational excellence, and shape the future of healthcare? Join us and be part of something transformative!
POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience
- Manage employee data in HRIS systems with accuracy and timeliness
- Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll with precision
- Administer employee benefits programs and support annual enrollment processes
- Manage leave of absence requests and track employee eligibility
- Respond to employee inquiries and provide first-line HR support
- Maintain confidential HR files and records in compliance with regulations
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and procedures
DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on HR experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-service mindset
- Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems, and aptitude for learning new technologies
- Knowledge of HR best practices and relevant employment laws
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Adaptability and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, growing organization
Preferred
- Experience in the healthcare industry
- PHR certification or progress towards certification
- Experience with high-growth startups or rapidly scaling organizations
Harbor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians and teammates and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.