Area Human Resources Generalist

Alliance Health Group -

Job Title: Area HR Generalist
Location: North Carolina (Multi-site; frequent travel required)
Reports To: Regional HR Director and CHRO
Industry: Skilled Nursing Facilities / Long-Term Care

Position Summary

The Area HR Generalist supports multiple skilled nursing facilities across North Carolina, providing on-site human resources expertise and ensuring consistent HR practices throughout the region. This role requires regular travel to assigned facilities—typically 4 days per week on site and one day remote per week — may require 5 days on site as needed - with flexibility to support any NC location as operational needs arise. The Area HR Generalist partners closely with facility and corporate leadership to foster a positive work environment, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, and support all core HR functions.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

On-Site HR Support

• Serve as the primary HR resource for multiple nursing home locations; conduct routine site visits (minimum 4 days/week but may require 5 days on-site per week as needed).

• Build strong relationships with Administrators, DONs, department leaders, and employees to support HR initiatives and promote engagement.

Employee Relations & Investigations

• Conduct timely and thorough workplace investigations, including harassment, discrimination, misconduct, and policy violations.

• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations matters, corrective action, and performance management.

• Document all employee relations activities in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Maintain and support OSHA reporting, including OSHA 300 logs and related documentation.

• Ensure compliance with federal and North Carolina labor laws, including leave administration, wage and hour, and employment practices.

• Assist with internal and external HR audits, including personnel file audits and regulatory readiness.

Workers’ Compensation

• Oversee workers’ compensation reporting, claims management, follow-up, and coordination with third-party administrators.

• Conduct incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and work with leadership on safety improvements.

Training & Coaching

• Train and coach facility managers on HR policies, progressive discipline, documentation, interviewing, retention strategies, and leadership practices.

• Support new manager onboarding and ongoing HR-related education across assigned sites.

Recruitment & Staffing Support

• Assist facility teams with recruiting and interviewing for key roles as needed.

• Help implement retention initiatives and staffing management best practices.

HR Operations

• Support payroll, timekeeping, and scheduling accuracy; assist with resolving employee payroll issues.

• Help maintain accurate and compliant personnel files, licensure tracking, and annual requirements.

• Partner with regional HR leadership on special projects, initiatives, and organizational change efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

• 3+ years of HR generalist experience, preferably in healthcare, long-term care, or a multi-site environment.

• Strong knowledge of federal and NC employment laws, OSHA regulations, and workers’ compensation processes.

• Experience conducting thorough workplace investigations.

• Ability to travel frequently throughout North Carolina (company-paid travel).

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks across multiple facilities.

• Proficiency in HRIS, Microsoft Office, and general HR documentation practices.

Work Environment & Travel

• This is a field-based role with regular travel to assigned skilled nursing facilities.

• Home base may be near primary facilities, but candidate must be able to travel to any NC location as needed.

• Reliable transportation required; mileage or travel reimbursement provided per company policy.