Senior HR Generalist (Remote-in the Lake Orion, Michigan area)
As the Senior HR Generalist, you will be the driving force behind the company’s people strategy and day‑to‑day HR operations. Supporting a workforce of 100+ employees across Michigan, you’ll partner closely with the three Founders while also rolling up your sleeves to ensure HR processes run smoothly and efficiently. This is a hands‑on, full‑charge HR role responsible for owning and executing every aspect of HR — from strategic planning to daily execution. Your responsibilities will include:
Recruitment, Scheduling & Onboarding
- Lead and support the Recruiter and Placement Coordinator; step in during high‑volume periods.
- Actively recruit: source candidates, review resumes, conduct interviews.
- Oversee onboarding, I‑9s, pre‑employment tasks, and Paylocity setup.
- Collaborate with the COO and Placement Coordinator on staffing needs.
- Lead employee relations, investigations, corrective actions, and terminations.
- Guide managers on performance expectations and documentation.
- Serve as the primary contact for employee concerns and policy interpretation.
- Process bi‑weekly payroll for internal staff and substitute teachers.
- Maintain accurate time, pay, and deduction records.
- Serve as Paylocity administrator and run HR/payroll reports.
- Administer benefits, open enrollment, life events, and 401(k).
- Manage FMLA, medical, and personal leaves; coordinate disability claims.
- Track leave‑related hours and maintain accurate documentation.
- Manage workers’ compensation claims and OSHA logs.
- Maintain personnel files and licensing documentation per Michigan childcare regulations.
- Track certification renewals (CPR, CDA, TB) and send reminders.
- Manage offboarding and system updates.
- Recommend improvements to HR processes and policies.
- Support additional HR duties as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3–5 years of progressive HR experience; staffing experience preferred.
- HRIS experience required; Paylocity strongly preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and sound judgment.
- High professionalism and confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
- Flexibility to address urgent issues outside standard hours when needed.
- A true growth opportunity: As the company expands, so will your role — with the potential to evolve into a higher‑level HR leadership position.
- High visibility and influence: You’ll work directly with the Founders and shape the HR function from the ground up.
- Autonomy and ownership: This is your HR department — you’ll have the freedom to build, improve, and innovate.
- Mission‑driven work: Your efforts directly support early childhood educators and the programs that rely on them.
- A collaborative, supportive culture: You’ll join a small, passionate team that values initiative, transparency, and continuous improvement.
- Flexibility: Remote work with the ability to manage your schedule, plus occasional local travel in the Detroit Metro area to stay connected with the team and new hires.
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