We make good investments in our people, properties, tenants, and company.
CCI is a nationwide full-service real estate platform focused on acquisition, asset management, property management, and development. Our current property portfolio consists of around 8,000 apartments and townhomes, with a focus on providing affordable housing for seniors and persons with disabilities. We also own and manage a diverse and growing portfolio of other real estate assets covering traditional multifamily rentals, office, and light industrial uses. CCI employs around 400 Teammates in 30 states across the country – and we are growing!
As we enter the next phase of our company’s growth, we’re looking for Teammates who can help us optimize our existing management platform (systems, tools, and processes), better leverage technology, and maintain our reputation for excellence. We are looking for ambitious self-starters who aren’t afraid to dig in. We value excellent communication and collaboration, and we reward those who challenge the status quo to find better ways of doing things. We believe that people learn best by doing – so although we offer a full range of classroom learning and structured training paths, we prioritize hands-on experience and self-directed development.
About You:
Basic Function
The HR Generalist will support various areas of our Human Resources department, helping to carry out day-to-day HR functions including talent acquisition, onboarding, teammate relations, HR systems, and training support. You will work under the guidance of the Vice President of Human Resources and Senior HR Generalist to help implement HR policies and practices that align with CCI’s goals. You will collaborate closely with the HR team to support our Teammate experience and CCI’s culture, guided by our CREDO.
Responsibilities
- MANAGER SUPPORT: You will assist managers with day-to-day questions on HR policies/procedures, escalating more complex government/state/local law matters to the Vice President of Human Resources or Senior HR Generalist. You may assist with investigations under guidance.
- RECRUITING: You will support hiring managers in recruitment efforts, including posting jobs, coordinating assessments, and helping move candidates through the workflow to offer.
- ONBOARDING: You will help facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition and integration into the company.
- SYSTEMS: You will use our HRIS System to enter and update employee data, running routine reports and flagging discrepancies for review.
- PROJECT SUPPORT: You will assist the Vice President of Human Resources and Senior HR Generalist with department projects and initiatives as assigned.
- TEAMMATE ENGAGEMENT: You will help plan and support programs and events aimed at teammate morale, motivation, and satisfaction.
- ANALYSIS & REPORTING: You will help compile HR metrics and reports, and will maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation.
- COMPLIANCE: You will stay familiar with basic local, state, and federal labor law requirements and help ensure day-to-day practices align with company policy.
- PAYROLL & BENEFITS: You may assist with routine Payroll & Benefits administration tasks as needed. You will train to run Payroll and a backup to the Payroll and Benefits Administrator.
- TRAINING: You will help coordinate and may assist in delivering training sessions on HR topics, including onboarding and company policies.
- All Other duties: as assigned.
Skills
- TECHNOLOGY: Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 Applications; willingness to learn HRIS/Payroll systems and other technology tools.
- COMMUNICATION: Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across the organization.
- WORK ETHIC: Reliable, with a strong sense of ownership over your work.
- ACCURACY: Impeccable attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
- FLEXIBILITY: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and learn from experience.
- CURIOSITY: Willingness to ask questions to understand our business, department structures, and teammates.
- PROBLEM SOLVING: Sound judgment and the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion.
- COLLABORATION: Comfortable working with internal and external resources to support HR initiatives.
- INITIATIVE: Willingness to identify areas for improvement and support implementation of solutions.
- ORGANIZATION: Organized approach to your workspace, including email, files, calendaring, and task prioritization.
Physical Demands
Sedentary: sitting most of the time
Physical: frequent use of computer keyboard, mouse, 10-key
Visual: frequent use of computer monitor
Experience
- Experience: 1–3 years of Human Resources experience preferred; recent HR education or internship experience also considered
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field a plus
- Certification: HR certification (aPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP) a plus
- Language: Bilingual Spanish a plus
Qualifications
Why Join Us:
CCI's approach is simple: we invest in our people. Our culture emphasizes long-term career development. We provide continuous job-specific training, resources, and support to maximize our employees' learning opportunities, making them our most valuable asset.
We Say Yes to Uniqueness
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our commitment to equal opportunity extends to all applicants and employees, regardless of national origin, race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other class protected by the laws in the states where we operate.
What We Offer:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, a commitment to work-life balance, and ongoing career development opportunities.
Benefits & Perks
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10 holidays per year
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Medical, dental & vision insurance
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Basic life insurance & supplemental benefits
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HSA/FSA
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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401(k) Plan
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Other rewards throughout the year
How We Hire:
CCI is committed to finding the best talent to embody our Credo and grow with the Company. Our hiring timeline may vary based on the position you're applying for.
Begin your journey with us today by submitting your resume or completing an online application!
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