Human Resources Generalist

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential

Functions: 1. Deliver HR services to client groups and general HR support to employees, and front-line managers. 2. Work closely with management to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention. 3. Manage employee relations situations at assigned location(s)

• partner with HR Manager as needed to effectively resolve situations
• identify trends in employee relations cases to address root cause
• educate managers on how to handle situations more effectively. 4. Provide guidance and counsel to management staff regarding appropriate progressive discipline and termination steps. Monitor and review corrective action and termination documentation for completeness and organizational consistency. 5. Identify trends and issues impacting employees and management. Identify training and management coaching needs. Deliver new manager and other HR-related training to managers. 6. Remain abreast of labor laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, etc.) and provide education to location managers/supervisors
• coordinate any related situations with HR Service Center (ESC). 7. Act as employee advocate as needed. 8. Participate in relevant business and HR meetings. 9. Perform other duties as assigned. Equipment Used and Responsibility MS Office Suite Employee relations investigations and counsel employees Supervisory Responsibilities None Experience/ Education Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Human Resources or Business Administration preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in Human Resources, with strong focus in employee relations required. PHR Certification preferred. Must pass background investigation.

Physical Requirements: Sitting: 6-7 hours a day

Standing: 1-2 hours a day

Walking: 1-2 hours a day

Lifting: Occasionally

Carrying: Rarely

Pushing: Rarely

Bending: Rarely

Squatting: Rarely

Kneeling: Rarely

Climbing: Rarely

Reaching: Occasionally

Grasping: Frequently

Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Continuously

Driving: Rarely

Work Environment: Office building on site or remote. Work is performed primarily inside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust. May require remote work as needed. At Grand Canyon Education, it is our privilege to serve students and those who support academic advancement. We lead educational transformation by developing superior ways to help schools grow and prosper. We provide transparent programs, intuitive online learning technologies and well-established academic models that promote student success and institutional growth. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check. For assistance with your job application please use our External Candidate Job Application Guide. All staff candidates will be asked to review GCE’s staff expectations as part of the application process. Our partner in education, Grand Canyon University, is Arizona’s premier private Christian university. GCU serves traditional and online students by offering quality academic degree programs, experienced leadership and transformative learning experiences both on our growing campus and digitally.