HR Generalist Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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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Service Coordinator II Cooper St. PSH

Service Coordinator II (Cooper Street Permanent Supportive Housing) JOB TITLE: Service Coordinator II PSH REPORTS TO : Program Manager HOURS : 40hrs/week CLASSIFICATION : Non- Exempt REQUISITION...

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Human Resources Generalist - Field

  • Standard Parking Plus
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 15 hours ago

administration, Progressive Disciplinary Warnings and Prevailing Wage report Participates in the conduct of investigations and maintain records Report Workmans Compensation and Business Auto Incident...

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Senior HR Analyst

  • Emory Healthcare
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

The Senior HR Analyst will help streamline processes by suggesting relevant insights and analyzing data about key HR metrics....

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Human Resource Generalist

  • RPM Living
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

, recruitment/employment, and employment law compliance....

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HR Generalist

  • Duluth, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Strong employee relations and investigation experience. Knowledge of employment law compliance and HR best practices. Experience supporting managers in a multi-location environment....

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Human Resources Associate

  • Gwinnett County
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

relations, leave administration, basic employment law, compliance, hiring, and onboarding....

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HR Generalist, Office of SMD Operations

  • FTI Consulting, Inc.
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

About The Role The HR Generalist, Global SMD Operations, is responsible for the day-to-day operational success of the SMD Office....

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Human Resources Generalist 2 - 00180173

  • Georgia Department of Human Services
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

Knowledge of employment law and governance. Knowledge and experience and employee relations. Which and skills and performance management and leadership mentoring....

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Human Resources Intern

  • State of Georgia
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

law, compliance, and HR operations Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities Strong customer service orientation Physical Requirements and Performance Aptitudes: Requires close visual acuity...

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Field Human Resources Generalist

  • Dine Brands
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Job Location Type Field - The Role: The Field HR Generalist supports our company restaurant team members to address day-to-day transactional needs....

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HR Generalist

  • Marksman Security LLC
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Join Our Team as a HR Generalist! Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey in the world of recruitment?...

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Senior Human Resource Specialist

  • Insperity (internal)
  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Targets, manages, and resolves complex employee relations issues by conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations....

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HR Generalist - Hybrid - 3 Weeks Vacation and Cell

  • Staff Financial Group
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

Back To Results HR Generalist - Hybrid - 3 Weeks Vacation and Cell Job Description HR Generalist - Hybrid - 3 Weeks Vacation We are working with a client in Atlanta that is looking to hire an HR Generalist...

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42A Human Resources Specialist

  • Army National Guard
  • Decatur, GA (5 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Decatur, GA (5 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 10 days ago

When a Soldier has a question about benefits, policy, or needs help with a sensitive issue, the Army National Guard's Human Resources Specialist is the primary go-to person. As an HR Specialist,...

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Human Resources Analyst 2 (Background Analyst) - 00180173

  • Georgia Department of Human Services
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago

Conducts pre-vetting and Employee Relations reviews to ensure compliance with organizational standards. Performs other professional duties as assigned....

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
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...
WISDOM - Tomorrow’s Doctor, Today: Supporting Today’s Expert Generalist GP
General Practitioner (GP) roles are changing and so is the scope of professional skills needed for clinical practice. Healthcare professionals are more often confronted with complex problems,...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Atlanta, GA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Atlanta, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
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 Atlanta, GA
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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