GENERALIST II | HUMAN RESOURCES

GENERALIST II | HUMAN RESOURCES 

MERCEDES 

To be considered for this position, please apply by clicking on the Apply Now button. You will need to upload a cover letter, resume and list of references. Candidates should include in the application materials reference to all prior work experience relevant to the position that they are seeking to aid with the placement on TRLA’s salary scale.

$49110  - $59410 / year 

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid is hiring a Human Resources Generalist to work under the direct supervision of the Director of Human Resources. 

The primary responsibilities are: 

Maintains a deadlines calendar, including grievance and disciplinary responses, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) absences, responses to unemployment claims, worker’s compensation claims, and related absences, and any other deadlines; 

Responsible for filing of documents related to grievances and discipline, FMLA, worker’s compensation, and unemployment claims; 

Assists in TRLA compliance with provisions and regulations under ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, OSHA, Workers' Compensation, FMLA, ADA, Pensions, 401(k)/403(b), 125 plan, and other related policies; 

Conducts post-employment employee reference checks with previous employers; 

Responsible for the set-up of the initial new hire personnel file and the maintenance of all personnel files, ensuring that required documentation is filed and updated; 

Responsible for timely responses of employer verifications; 

Ensures HR materials located on the TRLA Wiki are up to date; 

Responsible for the record retention process for terminated personnel files; 

Assist with the reporting and documentation of probationary employee evaluations and required annual staff evaluations; 

Assist with documentation of all non-TRLA loan repayment requirements and opportunities; 

Assists in the compilation of statistical data reports as required by funding sources; 

Responsible for the oversight of the TRLA in-house volunteer program, including maintaining records and preparing required reports; 

Assist with the coordination of new employee orientation regarding TRLA policies and reporting and documentation of policy and procedure changes; 

Assists with the administration and compliance of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); 

Assists with the day-to-day employee changes regarding Medical, Dental, Vision, or Life due to a qualifying event; 

Assists with the planning and coordination of the welfare plans’ annual open enrollment; 

Acts as liaison between the employee and our Benefits Agent of Record and/or representative regarding voluntary products; 

Assists with the administration of the pension plan (TRLA retirement plan); 

Monitors COBRA payments to ensure timeliness for medical and/or dental insurance.  If not timely, takes appropriate action as directed by the Director of Human Resources; and 

Any other related duties required by the Director of Human Resources. 

Qualifications: 

College degree required 

Minimum of 3-year experience in human resources 

Proficient with PC computing, Microsoft Office applications and Internet search 

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing 

Well-organized, ability to multi-task 

Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred 

Self-starter with the ability to work independently 

Excellent organizational skills 

Ability to travel to office locations 

Knowledge of state/federal labor law preferred 

 

TRLA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

At TRLA, we are committed to offering fair and equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This position requires, consistent with TRLA’s policy and subject to applicable law, a candidate to provide proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination prior to commencing employment.