HR Generalist Jobs in Lincoln, NE

A Human Resources (HR) Generalist is a professional who manages the day-to-day operations of human resource functions and duties. They carry a wide range of responsibilities, including recruitment and selection, onboarding new hires, providing training and development opportunities, managing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and handling employee relations matters. They also play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies and systems that align with the company's strategy. They act as a bridge between management and employees, ensuring smooth communication and promptly addressing demands, grievances or other issues.

Key skills needed for an HR Generalist include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and proficiency in HRIS and related software. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are valuable additions to their profile. Prior to becoming an HR Generalist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or Recruitment Specialist. These roles allow them to understand the functioning of a HR department and develop necessary skills before moving into a Generalist position.

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Senior Plant HR Generalist

  • Seward, NE (24 miles from Lincoln, NE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seward, NE (24 miles from Lincoln, NE)
  • 5 days ago

Employee Relations: Serve as the primary HR contact for plant employees, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment laws....

Human Resource Generalist

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 7 days ago

As the Human Resource Generalist, you will work on a team to administer the Company's substance abuse, onboarding and offboarding programs, and support general HR functions. To be successful in...

Workforce Management Analyst II/Forecasting and Analytics

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 9 days ago

Job Posting End Date: March 07 When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service...

Sr. Analyst, HR Technology

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago

Lincoln Financial Group Sr. Analyst, HR Technology in Lincoln , Nebraska Alternate Locations: Work from Home Work Arrangement: Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago

laws and regulations Maintains accurate HR records and assists with creating and maintaining HR reports Manages and assists with other HR-related programs and projects Requirements: Bachelor's degree...

Human Resources (HR) Intern

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 18 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 18 days ago

Human Resources Intern Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Human Resources Manager Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week. Flexible schedule. Job Summary: The Human Resources Intern will support key...

Requisition Number: S_250150 Department: IANR Finance & Personnel Office-0785 Description of Work: The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) represents about one-fifth of the...

Human Resources Specialist - Classification & Compensation

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 22 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 22 days ago

Working Title: Human Resources Specialist - Classification & Compensation Department: IANR Finance & Personnel Office-0785 Requisition Number: S_250150 Posting Open Date: 02/18/2025 Application...

Human Resources Specialist University of Nebraska Lincoln

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 26 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 26 days ago

Requisition Number: S_250128 Department: Oldfather Business Cooperative-10225 Description of Work: The Human Resources Specialist (comparable to a HR Generalist in the HR profession) serves in a customer-facing...

Human Resources Specialist

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 27 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 27 days ago

consideration, please submit all application materials before review date): 02/19/2025 Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Description of Work: The Human Resources Specialist (comparable to a HR...

Associate, Human Resources Risk & Compliance

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 30+ days ago

The position works cross functionally with all HR personnel and facilitates professional activities related to policy administration, employment law compliance, audits, and immigration to cultivate...

Human Resources Specialist

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 60+ days ago

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Possess least 1 year experience at the previous lower grade or equivalent experience and education or training involving executing personnel programs and Human Resources Information...

Demographic Data for Lincoln, NE

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Lincoln, NE

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Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Lincoln, NE offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.4%
Master's Degree
28.6%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Generalists in Lincoln, NE
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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