Human Resource Generalist - Lancaster County, SC : Job Details

Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : Lancaster, SC Job Type: FULL TIME Department: Human Resources/Marketing & Communications Opening Date: 03/20/2025 Description Responsible for creating, updating, and applying all HR policies and county guidelines as well as all activities of the County's Human Resource Department which involves payroll administration, classification, employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, retirement benefit administration, records management, personnel law compliance and implementation, education of staff on personnel law, and any other programs related to human resource issues, as well as limited Risk Management duties for approximately 1100 employees and 75 retirees. Supervise the duties of Human Resource Specialist and Payroll Accountant. Reports to the Human Resource Director. Examples of Duties Administers the employee benefits program, which includes all applicable insurance programs, leave benefits, and other benefits offered. Duties include conducting enrollment, processing coverage changes, maintaining and updating insurance records, conducting employee insurance meetings, preparing and processing all related insurance program forms, and acting as the contact point for all employees with questions concerning their benefits. Evaluates existing programs to determine their value, and informs all employees of new benefit programs or changes to existing programs. Administers insurance benefits plans for the County employees and retirees. Provides recommendations to the County Administrator concerning insurance plans, cost, changes, and administers the COBRA program and meets requirements of the Affordable Care Act Provide in-house consulting for County department heads and elected officials to provide information and assist supervisors in resolving employee relations and work performance issues in accordance with county policies, procedures and all pertinent laws and regulations Maintains all personnel records, which include keeping documentation of transactions such as hiring, termination, promotion, demotion, transfer, evaluations, employee changes, and employee statistics for governmental reporting. Facilitates all facets of personnel changes, which include coordinating the appraisal, transfer, promotion, demotion, and termination of employees; conducting exit interviews, terminating benefits, and retaining personnel records in accordance with Federal and State laws. Prepares new hire packets and ensures appropriate documentation is completed prior to hire date. Provides orientation to new employees, which includes explaining benefit program, enrolling employees in benefits plans, collecting payroll information, reviewing personnel guidelines, and informing employees of regulatory compliance issues. Assist in the recruitment process which involves posting vacancies with all available resources, conducting interviews and providing benefit information to potential applicants, performing reference and background checks, and scheduling physical/drug screen. Maintains recruitment records in accordance with EEOC regulations. Provides recommendations concerning changes to existing policy or creation of new policy. Develops and implements procedures regarding new policy proposals. Assist in presenting proposals to County Council for approval. Schedules and conducts meetings to ensure all employees understand any policy changes, additions or deletions. Researches and analyzes information regarding employee law to ensure compliance. Conducts supervisory training related to employee law. Trains management on related personnel issues such as interviewing, hiring, terminating, promoting, performance appraisals, and harassment. Administers and monitors legal compliance with various programs such as FMLA, AA/EEO, ADA, etc. Oversees and facilitates employee relations practices which includes assisting managers in counseling employees, receiving and handling employee grievances, assisting with complaints by staff or management, and interpreting, evaluating and making recommendations to change existing programs. Acts as a general advisor to management in appropriate resolution of employee relation issues regarding legal and related HR issues. Reviews disciplinary actions to ensure compliance with internal guidelines. Assists in monitoring the compensation program/salary administration for consistency in accordance with company philosophy and budgetary limitations. Organizes and arranges any studies or analyses related to classification and compensation practices of the County. Coordinates development of job descriptions and salary ranges for new positions and reclassification of existing positions. Direct wage and salary administration, oversees the payroll process, calculate salary information for promotions, reclassifications and transfers based on county policies. Coordinates efforts with Risk Management concerning employee training and development programs. Identifies needs based on consultation with department heads and employees. Coordinates a variety of employee programs to include wellness campaigns, employee assistance programs, promotions, etc. Handles the activity committee, grievance committee and any other assigned or developed employee relations committees. Administers the unemployment compensation program, conducts telephone hearings and attends unemployment hearings on behalf of the county Prepares employment verifications from financial institutions and mortgage companies for employees past and present Provides assistance to retirees with the retirement process and their available options. Assists in completing forms, insurance changes, and enrollment. Explains retirement insurance and transfers retirees from active to retired. Distributes insurance and retirement newsletters and statements. Completes various incoming wage surveys, employment security commission reports, South Carolina Department of Social Services reporting, and any other required reports. Monitors the departmental budget to ensure compliance with budgetary policy and maintain spending within budgetary limitations. Receives and responds to inquiries, request for assistance, concerns and complaints from employees, department heads, elected officials and citizens Enters all deduction changes in insurance and benefits programs into computer and transfers to payroll. Consults with a wide variety of other agencies to gather information concerning various personnel issues. Attends labor law update seminars, office of insurance meetings, and various other events to keep abreast of employment issues and laws. Interacts and communicates with a variety of groups and individuals to include co-workers, immediate supervisor, other departmental personnel and supervisory staff, applicants, consultants, etc. Operates and utilizes various office related machinery and equipment to include a computer, adding machine, printer, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, etc. Handles all aspects of the Grievance Committee and Grievance Hearings. Handles all aspects of the Department of Employment and workforce. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performs other related duties as required. Typical Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Personnel Management, Business Administration or related field with a minimum of three to five years experience in Human Resource administration, personnel, or related area; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a working knowledge of benefits administration and regulations, fair employment practices and employee recruitment. Equal Opportunity Employer

• State of South Carolina Blue Cross Blue Shield Health & Dental Insurance
• Eyemed Vision Insurance
• SC State Retirement /Or PORS Retirement System for eligible Public Safety positions
• Long Term Disability
• Family Medical Leave
• Paid Annual Leave and Sick Time (accrued bi-weekly)
• Bi-weekly Pay Schedule
• On-site Health Clinic
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Discount YMCA Membership
• Lunch & Learn Programs
• Optional 401k and Deferred Comp Plans
• Optional Short Term Disability (Colonial Life)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement