August Mack Environmental, Inc.
Human Resources Generalist
August Mack Environmental, Inc., Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, 46202
Job Description
Job Description
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Employment Type Full-time FLSA Status Exempt Department Human Resources Reports To Director of Human Resources Direct Reports None Location Indianapolis, IN | Onsite (remote/hybrid based on experience) Work Schedule 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (core working hours 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
We are excited to announce the upcoming opening of our HR Generalist position, with a tentative start date of November 17, 2025. By launching this opportunity early, we are intentionally allowing ample time to thoughtfully recruit, evaluate, and select the most qualified candidate who aligns with our values and organizational goals. We believe that an intentional hiring process leads to long-term success for both the candidate and our team.
ANTICIPATED TIMELINE
Application Period:
August 1 – August 8 Phone Interviews:
August 11 – August 29 Virtual Interviews:
September 2 – September 19 In-Person Interviews:
September 22 – October 10 Offer Extended:
By October 17 Start Date:
November 17, 2025
We encourage interested candidates to apply early and reach out with any questions. We’re committed to a transparent hiring process and look forward to welcoming a new team member this fall!
WHO WE ARE
When you choose to work at August Mack, you are joining a company of professionals dedicated to expertise, innovation, and commitment and making a lasting impact. Our commitment extends beyond the company to our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We invest in our team by providing comprehensive training, mentoring, and clearly defined career paths to empower individuals to build skills, gain valuable experience, and grow within their careers. With over 200 professionals and growing, our diverse team brings expertise in geology, engineering, environmental science, chemistry, health and safety and more. We are client-focused and strive to be leading experts in our field. Our mission is to provide expertise, innovation, and commitment in everything we do, and we live out this mission every day.
JOB SUMMARY
The HR Generalist serves as a trusted advisor to employees and provides support in core HR functions. This role enhances onboarding by developing and conducting orientation training sessions, ensuring a seamless experience for new hires. The HR Generalist processes payroll, addresses employee inquiries, and resolves discrepancies promptly. Additionally, this position administers benefits, including open enrollment and qualifying life events, and responds to employee questions. The HR Generalist also provides general HR support, handles employee and manager inquiries and requests, and manages offboarding procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Design, update, and facilitate engaging orientation sessions to ensure a smooth and informative onboarding experience for new hires. Collaborate with managers to document and implement structured onboarding plans that align with departmental goals. Conduct regular check-ins with new hires, gather feedback, and refine onboarding processes to enhance employee integration. Process biweekly multi-state payroll, including merits, bonuses, stipends, prevailing wage adjustments, shift differential, and year-end tax forms. Review new state and local tax jurisdictions setup to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and respond to and resolve payroll tax notices from federal, state, and local agencies. Review wage garnishments and support orders in accordance with legal requirements to ensure accurate deductions and remittances. Resolve payroll discrepancies promptly and respond to employee inquiries with accuracy and professionalism. Implement system enhancements and process improvements to increase payroll efficiency and compliance. Lead the planning and execution of annual Open Enrollment events and related employee communications in ADP. Manage benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, leaves, terminations, COBRA, and prepare required census reports. Support employees by answering benefit-related questions and enhancing benefit systems and processes through continuous improvement. Provide general HR support by processing HR requests, managing offboarding procedures, and mentoring junior HR staff.
CONFIDENTIALITY
This position has access to confidential information. This information should not be shared or discussed outside of Human Resources and other Corporate or management personnel as needed. Maintaining confidentiality is essential.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education:
B.S. in human resources Experience:
2-3+ years of HR generalist experience, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee engagement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Foundational understanding of core HR laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and other federal and state labor laws. Working knowledge of HRIS platforms, preferably ADP Workforce Now, for tracking employee data, payroll processing, benefits administration, onboarding, offboarding, and processing employee requests. Effective communication skills and ability to clearly convey information to employees and managers verbally, in writing, and via presentation. Detail-oriented with ability to accurately process payroll, benefits administration, and general HR requests. Effective time management with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple HR processes simultaneously. Ability to build effective relationships, establish trust, and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion and integrity.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer (up to 8 hours per day). Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, or reach for tasks such as filing and setting up orientation Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, and telephones Visual acuity to read and interpret documents, spreadsheets, and computer screens Hearing and speech clarity for in-person meetings, phone conversations, presentations, and training sessions Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally
JOB CONTEXT
All positions require the completion of a successful background check, motor vehicle review, and pre-employment drug screen. 95% office (controlled environment), 5% travel (controlled environment)
BENEFITS & PERKS Health & Welfare: comprehensive benefits effective on your first day of employment Paid Time Off & Leave: generous PTO, including community service time off, 8 paid holidays, and paid parental leave Retirement Planning: 401(k) with company match Professional Development: Annual company reimbursement for one professional organization membership, one job-related external training, and one professional license or certification Community & Culture: team building activities, social events, and donation of time, service, and resources to local organizations
August Mack Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Employment Type Full-time FLSA Status Exempt Department Human Resources Reports To Director of Human Resources Direct Reports None Location Indianapolis, IN | Onsite (remote/hybrid based on experience) Work Schedule 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (core working hours 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
We are excited to announce the upcoming opening of our HR Generalist position, with a tentative start date of November 17, 2025. By launching this opportunity early, we are intentionally allowing ample time to thoughtfully recruit, evaluate, and select the most qualified candidate who aligns with our values and organizational goals. We believe that an intentional hiring process leads to long-term success for both the candidate and our team.
ANTICIPATED TIMELINE
Application Period:
August 1 – August 8 Phone Interviews:
August 11 – August 29 Virtual Interviews:
September 2 – September 19 In-Person Interviews:
September 22 – October 10 Offer Extended:
By October 17 Start Date:
November 17, 2025
We encourage interested candidates to apply early and reach out with any questions. We’re committed to a transparent hiring process and look forward to welcoming a new team member this fall!
WHO WE ARE
When you choose to work at August Mack, you are joining a company of professionals dedicated to expertise, innovation, and commitment and making a lasting impact. Our commitment extends beyond the company to our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We invest in our team by providing comprehensive training, mentoring, and clearly defined career paths to empower individuals to build skills, gain valuable experience, and grow within their careers. With over 200 professionals and growing, our diverse team brings expertise in geology, engineering, environmental science, chemistry, health and safety and more. We are client-focused and strive to be leading experts in our field. Our mission is to provide expertise, innovation, and commitment in everything we do, and we live out this mission every day.
JOB SUMMARY
The HR Generalist serves as a trusted advisor to employees and provides support in core HR functions. This role enhances onboarding by developing and conducting orientation training sessions, ensuring a seamless experience for new hires. The HR Generalist processes payroll, addresses employee inquiries, and resolves discrepancies promptly. Additionally, this position administers benefits, including open enrollment and qualifying life events, and responds to employee questions. The HR Generalist also provides general HR support, handles employee and manager inquiries and requests, and manages offboarding procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Design, update, and facilitate engaging orientation sessions to ensure a smooth and informative onboarding experience for new hires. Collaborate with managers to document and implement structured onboarding plans that align with departmental goals. Conduct regular check-ins with new hires, gather feedback, and refine onboarding processes to enhance employee integration. Process biweekly multi-state payroll, including merits, bonuses, stipends, prevailing wage adjustments, shift differential, and year-end tax forms. Review new state and local tax jurisdictions setup to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and respond to and resolve payroll tax notices from federal, state, and local agencies. Review wage garnishments and support orders in accordance with legal requirements to ensure accurate deductions and remittances. Resolve payroll discrepancies promptly and respond to employee inquiries with accuracy and professionalism. Implement system enhancements and process improvements to increase payroll efficiency and compliance. Lead the planning and execution of annual Open Enrollment events and related employee communications in ADP. Manage benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, leaves, terminations, COBRA, and prepare required census reports. Support employees by answering benefit-related questions and enhancing benefit systems and processes through continuous improvement. Provide general HR support by processing HR requests, managing offboarding procedures, and mentoring junior HR staff.
CONFIDENTIALITY
This position has access to confidential information. This information should not be shared or discussed outside of Human Resources and other Corporate or management personnel as needed. Maintaining confidentiality is essential.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education:
B.S. in human resources Experience:
2-3+ years of HR generalist experience, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee engagement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Foundational understanding of core HR laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and other federal and state labor laws. Working knowledge of HRIS platforms, preferably ADP Workforce Now, for tracking employee data, payroll processing, benefits administration, onboarding, offboarding, and processing employee requests. Effective communication skills and ability to clearly convey information to employees and managers verbally, in writing, and via presentation. Detail-oriented with ability to accurately process payroll, benefits administration, and general HR requests. Effective time management with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple HR processes simultaneously. Ability to build effective relationships, establish trust, and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion and integrity.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer (up to 8 hours per day). Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, or reach for tasks such as filing and setting up orientation Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, and telephones Visual acuity to read and interpret documents, spreadsheets, and computer screens Hearing and speech clarity for in-person meetings, phone conversations, presentations, and training sessions Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally
JOB CONTEXT
All positions require the completion of a successful background check, motor vehicle review, and pre-employment drug screen. 95% office (controlled environment), 5% travel (controlled environment)
BENEFITS & PERKS Health & Welfare: comprehensive benefits effective on your first day of employment Paid Time Off & Leave: generous PTO, including community service time off, 8 paid holidays, and paid parental leave Retirement Planning: 401(k) with company match Professional Development: Annual company reimbursement for one professional organization membership, one job-related external training, and one professional license or certification Community & Culture: team building activities, social events, and donation of time, service, and resources to local organizations
August Mack Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.