Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist

The HR Generalist is a key member of Barton's HR team, supporting employees and leaders across multiple office locations. This role requires a well-rounded HR professional who is comfortable wearing many hats - from employee relations and engagement to benefits administration to compliance. The ideal candidate is approachable, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment where no two days look the same.

Responsibilities

Serve as the point of contact for employee questions, requests, and HR support, ensuring timely and professional follow-up.

Act as a trusted advisor and liaison to employees and managers across locations, supporting employee relations, performance management, and policy enforcement.

Administer and manage Barton's benefits programs (health, dental, life & disability, 401k), including communication plans that educate employees on the value of their benefits.

Partner with managers to address employee performance concerns, absenteeism, leave requests, and other workplace issues.

Facilitate small group meetings, annual sessions, and other forums to educate and engage employees.

Manage and optimize Barton's HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and leveraging reporting tools to drive insights and process improvements.

Collaborate with HR colleagues in Payroll to deliver seamless support.

Oversee performance review management, ensuring timely completion, accuracy, and meaningful outcomes.

Conduct exit interviews, analyze trends, and provide insights to leadership to improve retention and engagement.

Maintain compliance with HR policies, protocols, and legal requirements, while identifying opportunities for process improvements.

Support additional HR functions such as leave and accommodation management, job description updates, and other HR projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred; 3+ years of HR generalist or related HR experience required.

Strong understanding of multiple HR functions (benefits, employee relations, employee engagement, compliance, performance management, and training).

Experience managing and optimizing HRIS platforms (ADP preferred), with the ability to ensure data accuracy, generate reporting, and identify opportunities for process improvements.

Excellent written, verbal, and facilitation skills; able to build trust and credibility with employees at all levels.

Team-oriented with a proven ability to partner across departments in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

Strong listening, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills; outcome- and solution-oriented.

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and shifting demands.

Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite; advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint for reporting, analysis, and presentations.

Customer-focused, approachable, and professional, with the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and confidentiality.

Company Overview

At Barton, we put People First. Performance Always. You'll join a collaborative, fast-growing team where HR plays a critical role in shaping employee experience and supporting business success. We're looking for someone who wants to grow with us, bring fresh ideas, and make a meaningful impact on both our people and our performance.