Job Description
Job Purpose & Position Overview
The human resources generalist will perform duties at a professional level. Primary responsibilities will be supporting the human resources recruitment functions for designated departments supported within the Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System. Responsibilities will include driving and implementing recruitment goals, completing processes and procedures in the recruitment life cycle, create a positive candidate experience, assist supervisors and managers with departmental openings, and assist in all other functional areas of the human resources department as requested.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:
• Demonstrate WCHS core mission, vision, and values; promote Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System as an employer of choice.
• Participate in assisting with the development and execution of departmental goals, objectives and systems within the context of the human resources generalist recruitment functions.
• Utilize established compensation guidelines to ensure equity when making offers of employment to qualified candidates.
• Become a subject matter expert with the talent acquisition platform and processes in the current HRIS system. Oversee the recruitment and applicant tracking platform to ensure effective use of HRIS system and technology.
• Administrator of the HRIS recruitment processes; evaluate and make recommendations for improving, simplifying and improving HRIS processes.
• Maintain on-going professional education to ensure compliance with all human related issues and trends; keep up-to-date with talent acquisition changes and enhancements in the current HRIS system.
• Work with communications to implement recruitment needs into available social media.
• Participate in job fairs, social media, and professional organizations to source candidates and build talent pipelines to identify and recruit a diverse pool of candidates.
• Development relationships with educational institutions and other external recruitment partners.
• Maintain consistent recruitment processes and continue to build knowledge in recruitment best practices.
• Partner with hiring supervisors and managers to understand their departmental needs, provide guidance on job description completion, and completing required job requisitions to start the recruitment process.
• Assist hiring supervisors and managers with scheduling interviews and next steps in the process to ensure timely filling of departmental openings.
• Ensure all pre-employment screenings (i.e. drug screen, background checks, health screenings references, education and employment verifications and MVRs) are conducted timely, results received in an appropriate time frame, and updates are communicated on a timely basis to the hiring supervisor or manager.
• Assist with employee pipeline development, screening, interviewing, selection of qualified candidates and creation of job offers.
• Provide human resources support to Directors, Supervisors, and Managers with questions related to the recruitment process.
• Responsible for administrative functions in the talent acquisition process to include invoicing of recruitment functions (i.e. social media or advertising invoices, candidate expenses, pre-employment expenses, etc.).
• Ensure required CMS document are obtained to ensure compliance with CMS audit requirements.
• Provide support with the coordination and maintenance of employee recognition, engagement and retention programs.
• Assist with all other functional areas, projects and assignments of human resources as directed by management.
• Meet performance goals established by WCHS executive management team.
• Attend required facility and departmental meetings.
• Other duties as assigned; duties listed are only an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.
Required Qualifications/Skills:
• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience, OR 2+ years of internal company experience demonstrating relevant skills and competencies.
• 2+ years of HR experience OR equivalent transferable experience (e.g., operations, customer service, retail, distribution, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing).
• Demonstrated ability to use workplace technology and systems, including Microsoft Office applications, to organize, analyze, and manage information and data.
• Ability to apply policies and procedures, exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Effective communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills to effectively support employees and collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated organization, attention to detail, follow through, and problem solving skills in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance, professionalism, and flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as job duties require.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre employment screenings, including drug testing and background checks.
• Possession of a valid U.S. Driver’s License and ability to maintain insurability under the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska insurance program.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience using an HRIS and supporting HR reporting, analytics, dashboards, or workforce metrics.
• Working knowledge of multiple HR functional areas, such as recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle processes, benefits administration, and compliance.
• Experience supporting audits, regulatory reporting, or compliance related documentation.
• Demonstrated understanding of how human resources support organizational goals, performance, and workforce planning.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development related to HR practices, compliance, and technology.
Physical Requirements:
• Normal to light office work, including the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, telephone, and various other office equipment.
Cognitive Requirements:
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to think critically, demonstrate good business judgment, and make decisions that align with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
Language Requirements:
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Ability to use professional verbal and written communication skills consistently and effectively.
Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:
• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.
Please note the position description duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WCHS is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants must comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31 C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American and Veteran applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation/identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. WCHS participates in E-Verify.