HR Generalist Jobs in Seattle, WA

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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Asset Protection Security Specialist (HR)

  • Maple Valley, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Maple Valley, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

Position Summary: Prevent and reduce loss due to bad debt, cash over/short and civil liabilities; reduce shrink and improve margins. Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks...

HR Partner, World Wide Grocery Stores

  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 hours ago

law - Ability to collect, collate and analyze data. - Ability to show effective use of analytics and data - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to embrace the big picture and...

HR Specialist, Screening, BGC & DT Operations

  • Tukwila, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tukwila, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Screening Services creates a safe and trustworthy workplace for all Amazonians by delivering pre and in-employment background checks. Amazon is the fastest growing large employer in the world, and...

Senior Human Resources Generalist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

policies, procedures and practices Experience developing, executing, and maintaining HR projects and programs is a plus!...

Human Resources Generalist

  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Key Areas of Responsibility Develops and implements personnel policies and procedures, complying with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; maintains employee handbook, and ensures...

Human Resources Generalist (Experienced or Senior)

  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Human Resources Generalist (Experienced or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) Human Resources (HR) is seeking a Human Resources Generalist (HRG) to join the HR...

Human Resources Generalist

  • Algona, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Algona, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities: As our HR Generalist, you'll be at the heart of our team, partnering with leadership to drive key HR initiatives that support our associates and our mission....

HR Generalist or Senior HR Generalist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

HR Generalist: $85,000-$110,000 Senior HR Generalist: up to $120,000 Our Mission Statement : * Take care of our customers * Take care of each other * Do what we say we are going to do * Have fun Diverse...

HR Generalist

  • Kent, WA (18 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kent, WA (18 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago

The role will assist in administering HR policies, procedures, and programs while ensuring compliance with employment laws and supporting day-to-day HR functions, including onboarding, payroll, and...

Sr. HR Specialist, Business Operations, Global Data Centers

  • Sammamish, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sammamish, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Do you want to help individuals and teams succeed? Are you innovative, analytical and have a desire to make a difference? Can you get excited about building a business in a hyper-growth...

Sr. HR Specialist, Business Operations, Global Data Centers

  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago

Do you want to help individuals and teams succeed? Are you innovative, analytical and have a desire to make a difference? Can you get excited about building a business in a hyper-growth...

Term Limited Sr Human Resources Analyst

  • Tukwila, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago

The City of Tukwila is seeking a Term-limited Senior Human Resources Analyst with experience in Labor and Compliance to join our Human Resources team. The Tukwila Human Resources team of four...

HR Specialist

  • Issaquah, WA (17 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Issaquah, WA (17 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 14 days ago

This support includes: HRIS data processing for Corporate, Renewables and Subsidiary employees, employment verifications, I-9 compliance, new hire orientations, filing, and data security....

Senior HR Generalist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 19 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 19 days ago

Knowledge of Federal, state, and local employment laws. Excellent teamwork and collaborative approach by being a strong liaison with the HR Specialists in their respective areas of work....

HR Generalist

  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 22 days ago

Job Description: Maintain a portfolio of scalable Human Resources solutions. Provide technical guidance regarding specific areas of HR and the delivery of HR priorities. Advise managers and...

Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

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HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Seattle, WA

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Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA
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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