Associated Fire Protection - Omaha, NE

Job Title: Human Resources (HR) Generalist Location: Omaha, NE Company: Associated Fire Protection Are you an ambitious HR professional ready to build something from the ground up? Associated Fire Protection is a growing organization looking for its first dedicated Human Resources Generalist to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for a self-motivated individual to establish and lead our HR function, acting as a key strategic partner to our leadership team. You will be responsible for the full spectrum of HR functions, fostering a productive, compliant, and positive workplace culture that attracts and retains top talent. Reporting to the Office Manager, you will not just be managing HR tasks; you will be building the HR department. You will have the autonomy to create and implement programs that directly impact our success and the professional growth of every team member. What You Will Do: Become a Strategic Partner: Work directly with the CEO, VPs, and department managers to implement HR strategies that align with organizational goals and improve employee engagement. Champion Employee Growth: Design, manage, and support our employee development programs, from training and continuing education to performance management and clear career pathing. Master the HR Tech Stack: Take full ownership of our ADP platform, leveraging its tools to streamline recruiting, training, performance evaluations, and reporting. Drive the Full Employee Lifecycle: Manage all aspects of HR, including the full recruitment lifecycle (job postings, screening, interviewing), onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance. Shape Our Culture: Serve as a point of contact for employee relations, providing guidance and support to resolve workplace concerns and foster a professional and positive work environment. Key Skills You'll Use: Strategic HR Planning: Applying HR principles to support long-term business goals. HR Program Development: Creating and implementing new initiatives for training, performance, and development. ADP Platform Management: Utilizing HRIS tools for data management, recruiting, and employee lifecycle tracking. Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Navigating sensitive workplace issues with tact and professionalism. Full-Cycle Recruiting: Managing the entire talent acquisition process from sourcing to onboarding. What You Bring to the Table: A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. At least 3-5 years of progressive experience in a generalist HR role. Essential: Strong proficiency and hands-on experience with an HRIS, specifically the ADP platform. Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices. A proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and solve problems effectively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills, with the confidence to collaborate with and advise senior leadership. A high degree of integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism. We'd be particularly excited if you have: A professional HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP. Experience in a standalone generalist role. Familiarity with advanced HR analytics and reporting tools. Why Join Us? This role offers a clear path for advancement into a management position as our company grows. You will have the unique chance to make a lasting impact, building the systems and culture that will carry us into the future. Associated Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PId9f462db5-