Human Resources Generalist
Human Resources Generalist
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Job Description
About us
WRA Architects is a Texas and Oklahoma based Architectural Design firm with deep expertise on PreK-12 and Higher Education Facilities as well as municipal facilities. Our goal is to be the leader in building communities where people flourish. We provide opportunities for Architects and Interior Designers to develop under the guidance of our knowledgeable and experienced staff.
Why WRA
We are a Great place to work our Clients are Raving Fans and we Love to Design! With over 70 years of experience our core purpose is to positively influence peoples lives through design. We believe in building an inclusive diverse firm where different talents cultures and generations come together driving the innovation needed for the next great idea. We have an outstanding benefits package and optional work-from-home Fridays.
Job Summary
WRA Architects is looking for a Human Resources Generalist. Supports essential HR functions including training compensation employee relations compliance recruitment immigration and HR systems. Maintains confidentiality ensures legal and policy compliance and fosters a positive workplace. Operates as a community builder a humble warrior in navigating challenges and a mindful listener in supporting employees and leadership.
Essential Functions
- Administers payroll benefits and leave programs; assist HR director in conducting market research to ensure competitiveness; supports morale and recognition efforts.
- Ensures compliance with employment laws and best practices; maintains accurate records and updates policies.
- Manages HRIS (Paylocity) and databases; generates reports and analyzes HR metrics.
- Coordinates visa processes and legal documentation; ensures work authorization tracks visa timelines and maintains Form I-9 compliance.
- Assesses training needs organizes programs and tracks compliance with mandatory and optional training (e.g. safety anti-harassment certifications).
- Determine employees FMLA eligibility provide notices tracks leaves and manages documentation
- Assists HR Director with employee inquiries grievances disciplinary actions and investigations; fosters a positive work culture.
- Recruits and interviews candidates; collaborates with managers on job requirements; conducts background checks; leads onboarding and orientation programs.
- Drafts HR communications disciplinary notices and maintains policies and procedures.
- Executes routine HR tasks across all functional areas including compensation benefits performance training safety and employee relations.
- Stays current on HR trends technologies and regulatory changes to enhance HR practices.
- Support HR team in other duties and projects assigned.
- Bachelors degree required; however candidates with a minimum of five years of relevant Human Resources experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of three (3) years working in a HR position required.
- Strong understanding of HR functions: employee relations training compensation compliance recruitment and immigration processes.
- Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee records disciplinary actions and legal matters.
- Must be able to think strategically and view the business from a general management standpoint.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to make formal presentations in front of large audiences as needed.
- Comfortable generating reports and analyzing HR data
- Ability to operate in fast-paced dynamic environment handle adversity and frequent change and balance workload with multiple and competing priorities.
- Customer-service focus with demonstrated experience dealing successfully with front-line internal and external customers.
- Advanced skills in Office 365 (Word Excel PowerPoint)
- Experience with HR software platforms Paylocity experience preferred
The salary this website provides for this position may or may not be aligned with the salary that WRA Architects pays for this position. The salary WRA will offer will commensurate with experience.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or protected veteran status.
Work Environment: General office environment with moderate noise. This position is mostly sedentary involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. A busy environment with many unscheduled interruptions. Frequent computer use at workstation for extended periods of time. Public contact position requiring appropriate business apparel.
Employment Type
Full-Time
