Generalist, Human Resources

Job Description

Summary of Position

Lionsgate Alternative Television has an immediate opening for a Human Resources Generalist to support the Human Resources Department and company. The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the day-to-day needs of the HR Department. The HR Generalist is the first point of contact for the company and is responsible for keeping the department running.

Responsibilities
• Provides direct support to the Human Resources Department.

• Tactfully and responsibly handles sensitive employee information.

• Facilitates employment-related processes for new and current employees.

• Regularly tracks and manages record database for all internal and field personnel (500+ employees).

• Oversees and tracks all sick, vacation and benefit accruals and usage. Works closely with third-party payroll provider (i.e., Entertainment Partners) and the Accounting Department to verify employee vacation, sick and leave days.

• Advises staff on leave policies and requests for time off.

• Maintains handbooks, company safety policies, and compliance materials.

• Reviews monthly benefits enrollment and eligibility reports to ensure accurate tracking of employee benefits eligibility, enrollments, and terminations.

• Familiarizes new and current employees with company policies, procedures, and benefits.

• Maintains relationships with key employees to ascertain necessary production and employee information including employment start dates, rates, and end dates.

• Maintains multiple tracking spreadsheets simultaneously.

• Recruits, schedules interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with department managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including compensation, benefits, state and federal leaves, safety, and compliance.

• Addresses employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.

• Provides employee history, rate checks, and employment status for inquiring supervisors.

• Provides verbal phone confirmation for employee verification checks, as well as completing written verifications.

• Researches and maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and recent technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

• Completes various tasks and projects as needed for the Senior Director, Human Resources.

Qualifications and Skills
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• 1-3 years of HR Generalist experience.

• Ability to multi-task and manage several ongoing projects simultaneously.

• Ability to maintain a high level of organization.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Must be comfortable with the Macintosh Operating Systems.

Nice to Haves
• Knowledge of the entertainment industry

• Great follow-through and the ability to anticipate upcoming work needs.

• Comfortable communicating with staff at all levels.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Must be extremely self-motivated and comfortable working independently and in a group setting.

Compensation

$27.00 - $32.00/hr

EEO Statement

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dyn4km-18-118-32-150-42 in your application.