HR Generalist

Location: Las Vegas, NV
Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: DOE

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support a multi-state workforce in a fast-paced environment. This role will focus heavily on employee relations, labor law compliance, leave administration, benefits, policy interpretation, and HR risk management. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who is confident navigating complex employee issues and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and managers regarding workplace issues, policy interpretation, and employee concerns.
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, conflict resolution, and performance-related issues.
• Provide guidance on federal, state, and local labor laws, ensuring compliance across multiple states.
• Administer and track FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other leave programs.
• Support unemployment claims, workers' compensation cases, and related documentation.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, and open enrollment support.
• Maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, procedures, and HR documentation.
• Conduct internal investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Assist leadership with performance management, employee retention, and workplace culture initiatives.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of employee records and HRIS data.
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend updates to company policies and practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent HR Generalist experience required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, and wage and hour regulations.
• Experience supporting a multi-state employee population.
• Proven employee relations experience, including workplace investigations and conflict resolution.
• Benefits administration experience required.
• Experience managing leave programs, workers' compensation, and unemployment claims.
• Strong understanding of HR compliance, policy development, and risk mitigation.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar certification is a plus.