Human Resources Generalist

Description

HR Generalist

Westwood Professional Services

The HR Generalist provides day-to-day human resources support to employees, HR Business Partners, and business leaders across the North/Northwest region of the United States. Reporting to the Director, HR Business Partners, and working in close partnership with the divisional HR Business Partners, the role serves as a first point of contact for employee HR needs and ensures HR programs, policies, and processes are carried out consistently across multiple office locations and states. 

The position covers employee relations, hiring and onboarding coordination, performance management, engagement, training and development, HR data and reporting, and multi-state compliance. By executing people programs and resolving routine issues, the HR Generalist extends the capacity of the HR Business Partners and helps the business meet its workforce needs while maintaining a positive, compliant employee experience. 

 Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees in the North/Northwest region on HR questions, policies, programs, and processes; resolve inquiries promptly and escalate complex matters to the HR Business Partner as appropriate. 
• Partner with divisional HR Business Partners to carry out people priorities and initiatives, including organizational changes, workforce planning support, and talent programs. 
• Support employee relations by interpreting policies, conducting intake and fact-finding, assisting with workplace investigations, and documenting outcomes; help managers prepare performance improvement plans and corrective actions. 
• Coordinate with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers throughout the hiring process: defining job requirements and qualification criteria, coordinating interviews, evaluating candidates, and supporting offers -  and deliver a consistent onboarding and new-hire integration experience. 
• Guide managers and employees through the performance management cycle, including goal setting, reviews, and merit and compensation processes. 
• Lead and support employee engagement, recognition, and retention efforts across regional offices; help interpret survey results and carry out action plans. 
• Coordinate and deliver training and development programs, including onboarding, manager, and compliance training, in partnership with the broader HR team. 
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data; prepare HR reports and metrics (e.g., headcount, turnover, time-to-fill) that help HR Business Partners and leaders spot trends and make decisions. 
• Help ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws across a multi-state region; stay current on regulatory changes and flag potential impacts. 
• Support employee lifecycle transactions, including transfers, leaves of absence, accommodations, and offboarding/exit interviews. 
• Support merger, acquisition, and integration activities, including onboarding acquired employees and aligning HR processes and practices. 
• Contribute to HR projects, process improvements, and policy updates that improve the employee experience. 
• Travel to offices within the North/Northwest region as needed.

Requirements

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and HR experience. 
• 3+ years of progressive HR generalist experience, including employee relations and recruiting/onboarding support. 
• Working knowledge of federal employment laws (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII) and the ability to apply state and local requirements across multiple states. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and experience working in an HRIS. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain policies and guidance clearly to employees at all levels. 
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. 
• Ability and willingness to travel within the region. 

Preferred Qualifications (optional): 

• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification. 
• Experience supporting employees across multiple locations or states, including remote or geographically dispersed teams. 
• Experience in a professional services, engineering, or A/E/C environment. 
• Experience conducting or supporting workplace investigations. 
• Experience supporting merger and acquisition integrations. 
• Experience with HR reporting and analytics beyond standard HRIS reports. 

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood):

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve. Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do. We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work. 

Join us in creating a better world:

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide. Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.