Human Resources Generalist I - Temp

The People Operations Generalist plays a key role in both accurate timekeeping/payroll submission and general human resources support, ensuring efficient payroll processing and a positive employee experience. This position reports directly to the People Operations Manager and supports multiple HR functions, including onboarding, payroll, timekeeping, policy administration, transactions, and system testing.

Payroll & Timekeeping

• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll and timekeeping inquiries.
• Prepare and upload timesheets; research and resolve issues identified on payroll exception reports.
• Partner with the Shared Services team to address payroll concerns and process related transactions in Oracle Fusion.

Human Resources Support

• Respond to HR-related employee questions, involving the Shared Services Manager when appropriate.
• Create letters for promotions, transfers, and offers (field, exempt, and nonexempt positions).
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including conducting exit interviews, analyzing data, and recommending corrective actions or process improvements.
• Answer unemployment claims and maintain an efficient, compliant employee records filing system.
• Conduct regular audits of personnel files to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain confidentiality for all HR-related matters.

Policy & Compliance

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Nabors Corporate Policies, the Quality Management System, and applicable U.S. labor laws (e.g., FMLA, FLSA, EEOC).
• Assist with policy interpretation for Area HR staff, managers, and employees.
• Recommend procedural and policy improvements.
• Support HR projects as assigned by the HR Manager or VP–HR.

Required:

• 2–4 years of payroll, timekeeping, and basic HR experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of U.S. labor laws and EEOC practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact respectfully at all levels.
• Ability to use sound judgment to resolve issues in alignment with company policies and regulations.
• Dependable, organized, adaptable to change, and able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to handle a wide range of situations and personalities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality.
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to professional growth.
• Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex and sensitive issues.

Preferred:

• University degree.
• PHR, SPHR, or GPHR certification.

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.
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Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct.