Human Resources Generalist

Location: Remote or Hybrid/local to East Granby, CT Schedule: Monday-Friday approx. 8a-5p Compensation: $75,000-85,000 per year Opus Inspection builds and operates emission testing programs in states and counties across the US, ​tailored to local requirements. We work closely with our government partners to help them increase compliance with air quality standards and achieve their public policy goals. The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) Department, including employee relations, leave administration, compliance, and benefits support. This role partners closely with program leaders across multiple states to ensure consistent, fair, and compliant HR practices while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment. Responsibilities and Duties Responsible for Human Resources functions across the employee life-cycle. Provides cross-functional leadership support on employee relations matters including conducting investigations, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution and training. Partners with program leadership and employees to ensure fair, equitable and consistent workforce practices. Collaborates on development and delivery of training. Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training. Supports benefits administration as needed. Works closely with Senior HR Director to evaluate employee data, company trends, departmental goals, and translates findings into actionable recommendations and outputs. Collaborates with Human Resources colleagues across disciplines and programs in multiple states. Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and HR systems. Assists with administering FMLA and other leave programs across multiple states. Supports the administration of workers’ compensation claims, including coordinating with carriers and internal stakeholders. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices. Conducts OSHA, EEO, BLS reporting and assists with other required state and federal reporting. Responds to unemployment claims and participates in hearings when required. Partners with HR and management in developing and enhancing safety initiatives as needed. Travels up to 5% as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills Required 3-5 years of Human Resources experience. Knowledge of State and Federal employment laws and regulations. Familiarity with leave and workers compensation programs, Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Ability to analyze data and develop solutions. Ability to pass a background investigation and drug screen. Preferred Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field. Experience with multi-state employers. Experience with benefits administration. Knowledge of HRIS systems.