HR Generalist (Remote)

HR Generalist (HQ) Location Flexible/Remote

Why you want to work here...

GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.

Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware; GRID also works in Nicaragua, Mexico and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 350 and growing!

What It's Like At GRID…

At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.

GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.

The Opportunity…

We are looking for a Human Resource Generalist to join our growing Headquarters team and to execute People Operations efforts. This position reports to the HR Director and supports administration, coordination, and application of company-wide people operations policies, procedures, and practices. and execute organization-wide People Operations efforts.

• Support the overall onboarding process for new hires and trainees: handbook orientation, starting the background check process, ensuring paperwork is completed, answering questions, etc.
• Manager offboarding process, including conducting exit interviews, issuing paperwork, closing accounts, etc
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Assist team with management with administrative duties: annual audits (ensure training completed, paperwork on file, annual notices sent, etc).
• Provide support with employee relations issues, including employee disputes, complaints, performance management, company policies and procedures, disciplinary process, legal requirements.
• Work with other HR team members to respond to employee inquiries and work with local Executive Assistants to fulfill People's requests.
• Support maintenance of People Team space on Haystack(GRID’s intranet) and add/update policies as relevant
• Support the development and administration of department goals, systems, and projects.
• Participate in various HR projects and initiatives to support organizational goals and improve HR processes.
• What you need to bring to this role…
• 2+ years of progressive experience as an HR generalist or related field, supporting HR activities through the employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to separation
• Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment laws.
• Ability to convey information effectively and clearly in writing and verbally
• Adept at change management - comfortable in a constantly evolving environment
• Highly resourceful team-player - willing to seek answers and support the team and GRID Alternatives overall
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize
• Proficient level of MS Office and G-Suite platforms
• Flexible able to learn and retain new concepts and technology quickly
• *Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
  
  
  

It would be great if you also had…

• One year of general people operations experience , administration and business operations
• Experience with Paycor, Paycom ATS and HRIS platforms
• Where you will sit & the places you may go…
• This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects. Availability to work nights and weekends may be required.
  
  
  

GRID Alternatives provides vehicles for work travel, and due to COVID-19 current guidelines, we may also require limited personal vehicle use. In the latter instance, GRID will provide travel reimbursement for work-related personal vehicle use in accordance with our payroll schedule. Additionally, all applicants will need a valid driver’s license and good driving record to be considered.

Let's Talk Money

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay commensurate with experience in a range of $23.00- $31.00 per hour.

How We Take Care Of You...

Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance.

Ready to Apply?

Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.

Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!