HR Generalist (LOA administration focus)
Minneapolis, MN Direct-Hire $65000.00 - $80000.00 Onsite

Job Description

?? Ready to make an immediate impact? I'm looking for a dynamic HR professional with strong Leave of Absence and employee relations experience to join a collaborative team in the human services field-this role is open NOW and ready for someone who can hit the ground running!

Details:

  • ?? Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
  • ?? Location: must live in MN and pick up equiptment on day 1 in Minnetonka office
  • ? Type: 2-3 month contract (start asap, can be considered for the permanent spot while they interview for it)
  • ?? Pay: $65K-$80K depending on experience level
  • ?? Interview process: One virtual Zoom interview and offer

Responsibilities:

?? HR Inbox & Employee Support

  • Manage and triage the HR shared inbox, responding to employee questions and requests addressing concerns, questions, and workplace issues
  • Provide timely, accurate, and customer-focused support
  • Ensure follow-up is completed and issues are resolved

?? Leave of Absence (LOA) Administration

  • Process and manage all Leave of Absence (LOA) requests, including tracking status and required documentation
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company leave policies (e.g., FMLA, medical, personal leave)
  • Communicate with employees and managers throughout the leave lifecycle

?? ESST (Earned Safe & Sick Time) Administration

  • Process ESST claims accurately and timely
  • Maintain records of ESST usage and ensure compliance with applicable regulations
  • Respond to employee questions related to ESST policies and balances

?? Benefits Auditing & Support

  • Conduct regular audits of benefits data to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies in benefits enrollment and deductions

?? HR Transactions & Change Processing

  • Process employee changes, including status updates, job changes, and personal information updates
  • Maintain accurate employee records in HR systems
  • Ensure data integrity and compliance with internal procedures

?? Orientation & Onboarding Support

  • May assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities
  • Support new employees to ensure a positive onboarding experience

Requirements:

  • Must have 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, specifically leave of absence administration and employee relations - required
  • Personable personality and great communicator
  • Knowledge of LOA processes, ESST regulations, and general HR compliance requirements
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, track requests, and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for employee support and issue resolution
  • Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office, with strong attention to detail and data accuracy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -052026-422239