HR Generalist - Training and Leadership Development

Role / Responsibilities

Training, Leadership & Workforce Development

• Partner with managers and HR Director to identify and assess training needs, and design, coordinate, and deliver learning programs that support employee development.
• Develop and implement leadership development strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Design and facilitate learning programs, workshops, and initiatives to build leadership capabilities at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate with HR and senior leadership to identify skills gaps and future leadership needs.
• Collaborate with managers and HR leadership to implement career pathing, mentoring, and skill development opportunities that support employee growth and organizational readiness.
• Create personalized development plans for high-potential employees, in conjunction with managerial input, and facilitate coaching, mentoring, and succession planning programs.
• Deliver engaging training sessions to include but not limited to leadership, communication, emotional intelligence, and team management.
• Maintain accurate training records, track completion rates, and evaluate the impact and effectiveness of learning initiatives using KPIs and feedback.
• Monitor progress and adjust development strategies based on performance outcomes and organizational needs.
• Coordinate certification and licensing programs to ensure workforce readiness and compliance.
• Partner with managers to align employee goals and growth plans with organizational objectives.
• Partner with HR Director to support performance review, engagement, and recognition initiatives.
• Champion and promote a culture of continuous learning, employee engagement, and development through creative delivery methods and consistent follow-up.

Recruiting and Onboarding

• Partner with hiring managers to identify local staffing needs and coordinate recruiting efforts.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting, including posting positions, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting offer processes.
• Lead onboarding for local new hires, in collaboration with the HR Director, ensuring a seamless introduction to the company, culture, and role-specific training.
• Build and maintain relationships with colleges, community programs, and local workforce partners to attract skilled labor, where applicable.
• Support employee retention strategies and offboarding processes as necessary.

Employee Relations and HR Operations

• Serve as the first point of contact for local employees regarding HR policies, payroll, benefits, and general procedures.
• Promote a positive workplace culture aligned with company values and consistent application of company policies.
• Participate in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Assist managers in resolving employee relations issues effectively and fairly, including the HR Director in any employee relations concerns, performance issues, or policy violations; assist with documentation and administrative follow-up.
• Support the performance review process and assist in coordinating related initiatives aimed at continuous improvement.
• Support company-wide employee engagement efforts, including the annual engagement survey, recognition, and communication initiatives.
• Regularly communicate with HR Director to ensure alignment with company-wide HR strategies.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for executive leadership, as needed.
• Assist in executing special events such as open enrollment, community service projects, and milestone celebrations.
• Perform additional duties and support broader HR initiatives as assigned.