Human Resources Generalist

Job Summary
The HR Generalist serves as a trusted partner to employees and managers across Blank Family Communities’ manufactured housing communities and corporate office, delivering full-cycle human resources support. This role is responsible for recruiting and onboarding, employee relations, benefits and leave administration, compliance, performance management, training, and HR recordkeeping. The HR Generalist is a knowledgeable, discreet, and solutions-oriented team player who takes pride in sound judgment, professionalism, and building a positive workplace culture.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Manage full-cycle recruiting for community and corporate positions by partnering with hiring managers on job requirements, posting openings, screening and interviewing candidates, conducting reference and background checks, and extending offers.

· Oversee new hire onboarding, including employment paperwork, Form I-9 verification, orientation, and follow-up to ensure a positive start for new employees.

· Serve as a primary resource for employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment questions, providing guidance and escalating complex issues to HR leadership as appropriate.

· Handle employee relations matters, including conducting fact-finding and investigations, advising managers on coaching, corrective action, and terminations, and documenting outcomes thoroughly and confidentially.

· Help administer employee benefits, open enrollment, leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, and accommodation requests in accordance with company policy and applicable law, coordinating with carriers and vendors.

· Partner with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing of pay, status changes, and deductions, and resolve payroll and timekeeping discrepancies.

· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (such as FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and EEO), including required postings, audits, recordkeeping, and reporting, and stay current on regulatory changes.

· Maintain HR policies, and support the performance review process, compensation administration, and employee recognition programs.

· Coordinate and help deliver employee and manager training, including safety, harassment prevention, and compliance training, and support employee engagement and retention efforts.

· Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HRIS data, and prepare HR reports and metrics such as headcount, turnover, and open positions; coordinate offboarding, including exit interviews and final pay.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

· 3–5 years of progressive human resources experience required, including employee relations and compliance; experience supporting multi-state employment is a plus.

· PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification preferred.

· Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including wage and hour, leave, and EEO requirements.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS (ADP experience preferred), payroll, and applicant tracking systems.

· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy.

· Professional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive conversations and conflict with tact and empathy.

· High ethical standards and strict discretion in handling confidential employee information.

BENEFITS:

· Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses (approved in writing by ownership).

· For full-time employees: health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, employee assistance programs (EAP), and retirement benefits.

· Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

· A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

If you have the qualifications and skills required for this position, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our dynamic team as a Human Resources Administrator.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and our hiring decisions are based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications relevant to professional competence. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, medical condition, or any other factor protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• HR: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Bloomfield, MI 48302 (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bloomfield, MI 48302