HR Generalist

Why should you join our team?

American AgCredit offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a national financial system supporting those who feed, clothe and fuel the world. We are a growing organization embracing collaboration and innovation while delivering transformative solutions. American AgCredit provides a cultivating environment where you truly make a difference for our customers and teams.

Benefits offered by American AgCredit:

• Commitment to agriculture and the communities we serve
• Family friendly work environment
• Investment in employee development
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Outstanding 401k – automatic 3% employer contribution, plus match up to 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation accrued at 21 days annually, Sick Days accrued at 15 days annually, 12 paid holidays, plus 16 hours of volunteer time)
• Competitive Incentive Compensation Plan
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• The position is bonus eligible based on association and personal performance

Position will be posted until filled.

We’re looking for a strategic, curious, and highly skilled HR Generalist to join our People & Programs team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of employee relations, performance management, HR program development, and talent strategy—and wants to directly influence the employee experience and leadership effectiveness across the organization.

In this role, you will partner closely with Senior HR Business Partners, Talent leaders, and business leaders to drive consistent, high-quality HR practices that enable organizational performance. You’ll support investigations, talent processes, capability-building initiatives, Talent Acquisition operational continuity, and HR programs that help build a strong, engaged, and future-ready workforce.

If you enjoy meaningful work, variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape HR programs that make a tangible impact—we’d love to meet you.

• Serve as a subject matter expert for employee relations cases.

• Lead investigations from intake through closure and partner with leaders on appropriate actions.

• Identify trends and root causes; collaborate with HRBPs and Talent colleagues to design preventive solutions, leader education, and process improvements.

• Partner with Senior HRBPs to support performance management cycles, coaching, feedback frameworks, and leader capability building.

• Help streamline HRBP workload by managing critical processes, data, and tools that enable deeper strategic partnership with business leaders.

• Serve as the primary backup for the Talent Acquisition function, ensuring continuity of recruiting operations during PTO, peak hiring cycles, or surges in requisition volume.

• Support candidate sourcing, screening, coordination, and hiring workflows in partnership with the TA Lead.

• Assist with internship recruitment, seasonal hiring needs, and TA‑related administrative processes to prevent bottlenecks and maintain strong service delivery.

• Support Management and Leadership Development programs, including cohort selection, facilitation, materials development, and metrics tracking.

• Deliver soft-skill and leadership skill-building sessions as needed.

• Support onboarding, new employee orientation, and ongoing capability-building experiences for employees and leaders.

• Contribute to the design and rollout of talent initiatives that support organizational growth and culture.

• Partner with Talent leaders on programs including mentoring, competency frameworks, development planning, and career paths.

• Provide project management and thought partnership on key organization-wide initiatives.

• Analyze employee and organizational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities.

• Translate insights into recommendations that enhance culture, employee experience, and program effectiveness.

• Work cross-functionally with HR Operations, Workday Systems, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, and others to align and execute HR strategies.

• Serve as a connector across talent processes and HR disciplines to strengthen integration and consistency.

• Test and refine SOPs, tools, and processes based on feedback and evolving needs.

• Stay current with HR, OD, and talent management best practices to elevate the function.

• 5+ years of experience in employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, or development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; equivalent combination of relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Strong facilitation, presentation, and coaching skills (virtual & in-person).

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs and projects independently.

• Sound critical thinking skills and the ability to make well-informed decisions.

• Experience with instructional design and/or adult learning theory is a plus.

• Excellent written communication skills—able to create learning materials, documentation, and clear, engaging content.

• Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate across teams.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

As an HR Generalist on our team, you’ll play a critical role in building a culture where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to perform at their best. You’ll help shape the employee experience, elevate leader capability, ensure continuity of critical HR and Talent operations, and support HRBPs in driving strategic outcomes across the organization.

If you're excited about meaningful work, driving people-centered impact, and partnering with a high-performing HR team—this role is for you.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must have the ability to perform basic office tasks and work in a typical office setting. Employee will be sitting for extended periods of time and accomplishing work at a desk and work at a computer for an extended period of time.  Must have strong written and verbal communication skills to adequately convey ideas and work well with a team.  Ability to talk and hear, sit, and use their hands and fingers, and reach in all directions is essential in performance of the job. Some lifting and moving of items up to 25 pounds required. Work during established business hours and may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.  Travel required up to 25%. 

PAY RANGE:

All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants.

American AgCredit provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military service or veteran status, victims of domestic violence, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. American AgCredit prohibits harassment of any individuals on any of the bases listed above.
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