Human Resources Generalist

Location: Fort Myers, FL
Position Type: Temp-to-Perm
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Pay Rate: $23.00/hour

Position Overview

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for a valued client in Fort Myers. This position will support daily Human Resources operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and HR record management.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple HR functions while providing excellent support to employees and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Source, screen, and interview candidates
• Coordinate interviews and hiring activities
• Manage job postings and applicant tracking
• Partner with hiring managers to support staffing needs

Onboarding & Employee Integration

• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation
• Prepare employment documentation and personnel files
• Ensure completion of required onboarding paperwork
• Support employee transition into the organization

Employee Relations & Culture

• Respond to employee questions and concerns
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives
• Support conflict resolution and workplace investigations
• Promote a positive and professional work environment

Performance Management & Development

• Assist with performance evaluation processes
• Support employee training and development programs
• Maintain employee performance records
• Help coordinate recognition and retention initiatives

Benefits, Compensation & HR Administration

• Assist with benefits enrollment and administration
• Maintain HRIS and employee records
• Support compensation-related reporting
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date personnel documentation

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations
• Support HR policy implementation and updates
• Assist with audits and reporting requirements
• Handle confidential information with discretion

Leave Administration

• Process and track leave requests
• Assist with FMLA and related leave programs
• Maintain accurate leave records and documentation

Qualifications

Required:

• Previous Human Resources experience
• Experience with recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations
• Strong understanding of HR practices and compliance
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar HR certification
• Benefits administration and leave management experience