Human Resources Generalist

NCC

HR Generalist supporting and executing core HR functions across multiple entities in a hybrid work environment. Focusing on compliance, benefits administration, and HR systems management in Knoxville, TN.

Posted 5/23/2026full-timeKnoxville • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local employment laws
Conduct periodic audits of HR data, benefits, and employment practices
Manage unemployment claims, employment verification, workers’ comp coordination, and multi-state compliance-related documentation
Maintain and update employee handbook, policies, and procedures
Administer employee benefits programs and serve as the primary point of contact for benefit-related inquiries
Reconcile benefit enrollments with carrier billing and resolve discrepancies
Support annual open enrollment, including development of employee-facing materials
Serve as BambooHR system administrator, ensuring data accuracy and identifying process improvements
Generate and fulfill HR data requests and reporting needs
Support process standardization and documentation in alignment with EOS core processes
Support recruiting operations, including job postings, interview coordination, and candidate communication
Execute structured onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure consistency and compliance
Respond to employee inquiries and address issues professionally, applying company policy and sound judgment
Document, maintain, and improve HR processes in alignment with EOS principles
Identify opportunities to increase efficiency, clarity, and scalability across HR functions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
2–5+ years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or HR Operations role
Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices
Experience administering benefits and managing HR systems (BambooHR preferred)
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office 365 suite
Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and sound judgment
Process-oriented mindset with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, student loan paydown assistance program, and more)
Generous PTO and paid company holidays, including our annual end-of-year office closure
Professional development support, including LinkedIn Learning

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Hard Skills & Tools

HR data managementemployment lawcompliancebenefits administrationonboarding processesoffboarding processesauditingprocess standardizationdata reportingmulti-state compliance

Soft Skills

attention to detailorganizational skillscommunication skillsprofessionalismjudgmentefficiencycontinuous improvementproblem-solvinginterpersonal skillstime management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeHR certifications