HR Generalist (Knight Const. & Supply)

Growing continually since 1968 Knight Const. & Supply Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N)focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.

As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park WA headquarters. For over 50 years we have been lauded by public agencies commercial clients and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow fish passage and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon Washington Alaska Idaho Montana and the Dakotas.

With an uninterrupted reputation for quality stable work environment and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCSmaintains office manufacturing and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights electricians heavy equipment and crane operators as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.

Human Resources Generalist

Reporting to the HR Manager the HR Generalist supports the daily operations of the Human Resources department and serves as a key resource for employees and management. This role is responsible for a broad range of HR functions including employee relations recruitment onboarding benefits administration performance management policy compliance and HR recordkeeping. The HR Generalist helps foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with federal state and local employment laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.

• Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Support audits and compliance reviews as needed.
• Assist in the development implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate recruiting activities including job postings applicant screening interviews and candidate communications.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Administer leave programs including FMLA WA PFML ADA accommodations and other company leave policies.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and benefit-related inquiries.
• Review monthly insurance billings for accuracy resolve discrepancies with carriers and payroll department.
• Complete employment verification workers compensation and unemployment insurance requests.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HRIS data.
• Assist with employee appreciation and company events.
• Backup and assist HR Manager role as needed.
• Work within and promote corporate vision mission and values of the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE SKILLS AND EDUCATION

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• 3 years experience in a Human Resources role is required. May consider combination of applicable education and work experience for requirement.
• PHR or SHRM-CP highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience in construction/Federal Contractor environment a plus.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite including Teams) proficiency required.

• Experience using HRIS systems: BambooHR Sage Contractor and/or Employee Navigator a plus.
• Able to take initiative and balance multiple priorities possess strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal conflict resolution and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must possess a high degree of confidentiality and integrity.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The below statements are intended to describe the physical nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional walking pushing pulling bending kneeling crouching/squatting.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 10 lbs. constantly; up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to communicate (read write speak).
• Ability to travel occasionally for training recruiting events or company meetings as needed.

JOB AND COMPANY BENEFITS

• Top of market hourly rate (DOE).
• Employer-paid benefit package (medical dental vision and life insurance).
• Voluntary health plans (flexible spending account (FSA) health savings account (HSA) long-term disability and life).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time-off (PTO) holidays and sick leave.
• Stable family-owned and -operated business that focuses on the value of our employees.
  

Knight Const. & Supply Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status age genetic information family medical history or any other status protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in the application or hiring process please contact Human Resources at 509.276.2229 or .

Required Experience:

Manager