Requisition Id 16030
Overview:
The Human Resources Generalist provides operational support across the full employee lifecycle. This role supports HR programs and initiatives that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, as well as contract-specific requirements. The HR Generalist will work collaboratively with HR leadership and internal stakeholders to support a compliant, mission-focused, and employee-centered workplace.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Workforce Data & Reporting:
- Generate and analyze workforce data and standard HR reports to support HR decision-making.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure integrity of HRIS data.
- Assist with tracking workforce metrics, compliance requirements, and personnel documentation.
Employee Lifecycle Support:
- Provide day-to-day operations support across recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes.
- Facilitate new hire orientation overviews to ensure a smooth transition for employees.
- Support performance review cycles and employee development documentation.
Compliance & Employee Relations:
- Assist with ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including documentation and recordkeeping requirements.
- Support internal audits and compliance reviews related to HR programs.
- Provide support in employee relations matters by gathering information, documenting concerns, and assisting with conflict resolution efforts under HR leadership guidance.
HR Systems & Process Support:
- Support ongoing enhancements to HR systems, workflows, and internal policies.
- Utilize Microsoft Office tools and AI-enabled technologies to improve reporting efficiency and administrative processes.
Projects & Organizational Initiatives:
- Support HR initiatives such as compensation cycles, training programs, employee engagement efforts, and organizational change activities.
- Assist with policy updates and communication of HR procedures.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to support organizational goals and contract requirements.
- Align behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Key Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Professional discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with interest in workforce data and reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured, deadline-driven environment.
- Collaborative team orientation and willingness to learn.
Basic Qualifications:
- BS/BA degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Attainment by May of 2026 and applicants must complete all degree requirements before starting this position.
- Prior experience in Human Resources.
- Basic knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Experience working with HRIS systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with government contracting environments or federal compliance requirements.
- Experience using AI tools to support reporting, data analysis, or process automation.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements:
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
- For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required.
- Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
- To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
Hybrid Eligibility:
This position is located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and requires onsite presence. We offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position, which provides flexibility to work periodically from your home, while reporting onsite to the Oak Ridge, Tennessee location on a weekly and regular basis.
About ORNL:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.
Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.
This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.
ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
