HR Generalist

Kennesaw, GA 30144

Posted: 08/06/2026 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: None Job Number: 19291

Job Description

Job Title: HR Generalist

Location: Cartersville, GA

Pay: Competitive Annual Salary Based on Experience

Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time

Shift: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package

Make an Impact Where People Matter.

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys supporting employees while ensuring payroll accuracy, administering benefits, and maintaining compliance with employment laws? If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a stable organization that values its employees, we'd love to hear from you.

HR Generalist Description

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented HR Generalist to oversee a wide range of human resources functions, including payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. The ideal candidate will be a trusted resource for employees and management while helping create a positive, productive, and compliant workplace.

Responsibilities

  • Process and administer payroll accurately and on time.
  • Manage employee benefits enrollment, changes, and open enrollment activities.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and other applicable labor laws.
  • Maintain employee personnel files and HR records with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and new hire orientation.
  • Support employee relations by responding to questions and helping resolve workplace concerns.
  • Administer leave of absence programs and maintain required documentation.
  • Assist with performance management, policy implementation, and employee development initiatives.
  • Prepare HR reports and maintain accurate HRIS data.
  • Stay current on employment law updates and recommend policy or process improvements as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Three or more years of Human Resources Generalist experience.
  • Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefits.
  • Strong knowledge of federal and Georgia employment laws and HR compliance.
  • Excellent knowledge of federal and Georgia employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and other applicable regulations.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/payroll systems.

If you're ready to join a team where your HR expertise makes a meaningful difference every day, apply today!

Employ Partners, Inc. is a full-service staffing and recruiting firm. Our mission is to source, attract, engage, and retain quality employees for our valued clients in the local communities we serve. We are growing and always seeking great employees!

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