HR Generalist Jobs in Kentucky

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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Human Resources Generalist

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 22 hours ago

Maintains knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, and HIPAA guidelines....

HR Representative- ASI

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make good things, for life. As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., were powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe...

Onsite Frontline HR Generalist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Support leadership and people managers with all people related matters, including addressing employee relations issues quickly, effectively and in line with local employment laws and regulations....

CWP HR Intern Business Development

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Intern - General 2 performs duties in field of study or profession. The Intern - General 2 performs varied activities and...

Human Resource Specialist Senior

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 3 days ago

Utilize KY Human Resources Information System (KHRIS) and MyPurpose. Learn to perform in-depth research of HR matters that impact the Division and Cabinet....

Human Resource Specialist

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 3 days ago

Advertisement Closes 5/4/2025 (8:00 PM EDT) 25-02563 Human Resource Specialist Pay Grade 12 Salary $34,673.04 - $52,010.40 Annually Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR...

Human Resource Specialist

  • Berea, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Berea, KY
  • 4 days ago

Description Summary: This exempt position is responsible for providing administrative support to the Human Resources & Administrative staff and performing a wide range of administrative and...

Personnel Specialist - 7660 - Central Office - Human Resources

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 4 days ago

CLASS TITLE: PERSONNEL SPECIALIST This is a full-time position; 261 days per school year; 7.5 hrs/day. BASIC FUNCTION: Assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of recruitment,...

Benefits and Welfare HR Analyst

  • Covington, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 4 days ago

Overview Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the...

Benefits and Welfare HR Analyst

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 6 days ago

Overview Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nations...

Human Resources Generalist

  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago

Promote equity, fair treatment, and positive employee relations and ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws....

eBay Onsite Frontline HR Generalist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

Support leadership and people managers with all people related matters, including addressing employee relations issues quickly, effectively and in line with local employment laws and regulations....

Human Resources Generalist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Serve as a key resource to operations, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, legal compliance, and employment law....

HR Partner- Virtual (Philadelphia, PA or Baltimore, MD)

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 days ago

._ **_OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE_** The Human Resources Partner is responsible for providing HR Generalist support to the BioLife Plasma Services network....

HR Specialist/Lead for U.S. Retirement Plans

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 days ago

Work Arrangement:** This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Atlanta, Austin, Detroit, Warren, Pontiac, Milford or Mountain View, you are expected to report to that...

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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