HR Generalist (Entry Level)
Event Risk Inc
15 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Powell, OH, US
Position Title: HR Generalist
Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite)
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Manager
FLSA Class: Exempt ($62,000/year)
Hours: Full-Time
ABOUT EVENT RISK INC.
Event Risk Inc. is a US-based, veteran-owned security provider supporting Fortune 500 companies, movie studios, celebrities, and high-net-worth individuals. We deliver reliable, comprehensive security solutions to protect people, property, and assets.
POSITION SUMMARY
The HR Generalist will support onboarding, employee records maintenance, compliance tracking, answer employee questions, and general HR administration in a fast paced security environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who is early in their HR career and wants hands on experience in employee relations, HR compliance, onboarding, benefits, payroll support, and HRIS processes. You will work closely with the HR Manager and help keep HR processes accurate, organized, confidential, and moving forward.
WHAT YOU’LL DO (ESSENTIAL DUTIES)
* Support onboarding for security personnel across multiple locations
* Prepare and process new hire paperwork, I-9/E-Verify (as applicable), and employment verifications
* Maintain employee files and HRIS records with accuracy, confidentiality, and strong attention to detail
* Assist with timekeeping support, payroll change requests, and personnel action forms
* Respond to employee questions about policies, benefits, and HR procedures; escalate complex items as needed
* Provide employee relations support by documenting concerns, tracking follow-ups, and maintaining case records
* Assist with performance management and disciplinary documentation (coaching, written warnings, etc.)
* Track attendance issues, leaves of absence, and return-to-work documentation
* Coordinate background checks, licensing, drug screens, and other compliance requirements
* Assist with workers’ compensation, incident documentation, and unemployment claim support
* Support benefits administration tasks and enrollment changes
* Help ensure compliance with company policies and federal/state labor regulations
* Assist with audits, HR reports, and basic HR metrics tracking
* Support recruiting activities and hiring events as needed
* Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all HR interactions
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)
* High school diploma or GED required
* 1–2 years of experience in HR, administrative support, customer service, or an operations environment
* 1-2 years Hands-on experience using ADP (HRIS/timekeeping/payroll support) is strongly preferred
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
* Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
* Ability to work effectively in a high-volume environment with shifting priorities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Associate’s degree in Human Resources
* Experience in employee relations
* Experience in security, staffing, retail, hospitality, call center, or other high-turnover/high-volume industries
* ADP experience (Workforce Now or similar) and comfort navigating HRIS workflows with minimal training
* Basic knowledge of HR best practices and employment law fundamentals
WORK ENVIRONMENT
* Fast-paced and deadline-driven
* High employee volume and frequent transactions
* Heavy administrative and operational workload
WHY JOIN EVENT RISK?
* Competitive Salary: $62,000/year
* Comprehensive health, dental, vision and voluntary life insurance (after 30 days)
* 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution (after 1 year)
* Generous PTO and holiday schedule (after 90 days)
* Hands on HR experience in a growing company
* Professional development and skill building opportunities
Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite)
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Manager
FLSA Class: Exempt ($62,000/year)
Hours: Full-Time
ABOUT EVENT RISK INC.
Event Risk Inc. is a US-based, veteran-owned security provider supporting Fortune 500 companies, movie studios, celebrities, and high-net-worth individuals. We deliver reliable, comprehensive security solutions to protect people, property, and assets.
POSITION SUMMARY
The HR Generalist will support onboarding, employee records maintenance, compliance tracking, answer employee questions, and general HR administration in a fast paced security environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who is early in their HR career and wants hands on experience in employee relations, HR compliance, onboarding, benefits, payroll support, and HRIS processes. You will work closely with the HR Manager and help keep HR processes accurate, organized, confidential, and moving forward.
WHAT YOU’LL DO (ESSENTIAL DUTIES)
* Support onboarding for security personnel across multiple locations
* Prepare and process new hire paperwork, I-9/E-Verify (as applicable), and employment verifications
* Maintain employee files and HRIS records with accuracy, confidentiality, and strong attention to detail
* Assist with timekeeping support, payroll change requests, and personnel action forms
* Respond to employee questions about policies, benefits, and HR procedures; escalate complex items as needed
* Provide employee relations support by documenting concerns, tracking follow-ups, and maintaining case records
* Assist with performance management and disciplinary documentation (coaching, written warnings, etc.)
* Track attendance issues, leaves of absence, and return-to-work documentation
* Coordinate background checks, licensing, drug screens, and other compliance requirements
* Assist with workers’ compensation, incident documentation, and unemployment claim support
* Support benefits administration tasks and enrollment changes
* Help ensure compliance with company policies and federal/state labor regulations
* Assist with audits, HR reports, and basic HR metrics tracking
* Support recruiting activities and hiring events as needed
* Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all HR interactions
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)
* High school diploma or GED required
* 1–2 years of experience in HR, administrative support, customer service, or an operations environment
* 1-2 years Hands-on experience using ADP (HRIS/timekeeping/payroll support) is strongly preferred
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
* Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
* Ability to work effectively in a high-volume environment with shifting priorities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Associate’s degree in Human Resources
* Experience in employee relations
* Experience in security, staffing, retail, hospitality, call center, or other high-turnover/high-volume industries
* ADP experience (Workforce Now or similar) and comfort navigating HRIS workflows with minimal training
* Basic knowledge of HR best practices and employment law fundamentals
WORK ENVIRONMENT
* Fast-paced and deadline-driven
* High employee volume and frequent transactions
* Heavy administrative and operational workload
WHY JOIN EVENT RISK?
* Competitive Salary: $62,000/year
* Comprehensive health, dental, vision and voluntary life insurance (after 30 days)
* 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution (after 1 year)
* Generous PTO and holiday schedule (after 90 days)
* Hands on HR experience in a growing company
* Professional development and skill building opportunities