HR Generalist Jobs in South Carolina
HR Generalist jobs in South Carolina are consistently active, with steady demand concentrated in manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and state government across a broad seniority range from entry-level coordinators to senior HR business partners. The heaviest hiring is in Columbia, Greenville, and Charleston, where large employers like Michelin, Prisma Health, and BMW Manufacturing have established HR functions that recruit regularly. Employee relations, benefits administration, and HR compliance are the most in-demand specialties for the role in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Our Opportunity
The Human Resources Department is hiring a full-time (40hours weekly), exempt HR Generalist to join our team. The purpose of this position is to perform various administrative/technical tasks in maintaining the required functions of the Human Resources Department and to ensure that records and software products are maintained with up-to-date employee information. Performs duties in processing payroll, verifying accuracy, and recording in appropriate financial software. Manages performance appraisal software to ensure employee performance is evaluated appropriately and records maintained. May provide support to all areas of the Human Resources Department as needed to ensure satisfactory administration of all departmental responsibilities.
Projected Salary Range/Grade 117: $57,422.23 - $68,906.00 , salary is determined based on experience and education.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Processes payroll utilizing an “online” time and attendance payroll system in coordination with the payroll software utilized to process payments, deductions, etc., for York County, and the Cultural and Heritage personnel. Assists in monitoring compliance with Fair Labor Standards Act regulations, Family & Medical Leave regulations and other legal requirements concerning processing of payroll. Review payroll prelist for accuracy, and makes corrections within software as required when adjustments are necessary.
- Enters data for new employees and updates for existing employees in the York County payroll system software, time and attendance software, etc. to include salary, tax status, retirement, insurance and benefit deductions, job and pay codes, longevity, leaves and accumulations, EEOC, workers’ compensation codes, and supervisor information. Allocates salaries to various budgets and upgrade data for existing employees.
- Maintains the performance appraisal system to assure accuracy of data. Monitors data for new hires, promotions or demotions, transfers and special disciplinary appraisals. Coordinate with software vendors to launch annual appraisals. Coordinates with supervisors and department heads to ensure appraisals are on schedule. Updates personnel folders and maintain excel spreadsheets with job changes, and probationary status for new hires.
- Performs various administrative and specialized technical duties including data entry, generating computer reports, copying, faxing, filing, troubleshooting software products, maintains personnel files with up-to-date information. Distributes information; coordinate record management for various computerized human resource data systems; compose correspondences, memos, forms, check request, purchase requisitions, reports, etc. for the HR Department.
- Provides customer service by greeting visitors, answering multi-line telephone and relaying messages accordingly. Interacts with various groups and individuals such as the Human Resource Director, Deputy Director, HR Operations Manager, County department directors and supervisors, employees, job applicants, vendors, and the general public.
- Compiles onboarding information for newly hired employee files
- Completes employee verifications with regard to positions and salary to supervisors, employees and financial institutions. Provides job descriptions as needed.
- May Process employment criminal background checks and coordinate start dates for newly hired employees.
- May Complete E-verifications to include documents required by the Federal government.
- Coordinates the Annual County Employee Health Screenings
- Coordinates Bi-annual Blood-Drive for county employees
- May assist with benefits changes and enrollments that include health, dental, life, and vision insurance; S.C. Retirement, S.C. Deferred Compensation, etc.
- Manages Sick Leave Bank Process and annual enrollment process which includes checking eligibility and maintaining current records and making appropriate deductions of sick leave hours for participants.
- May assist in utilizing and updating appropriate application tracking software to announce job openings, and inform applicants and supervisors of the application process and provide assistance to supervisors and department heads in using software for recruitments, creating requisitions and other functions as needed.
- May assist in posting job openings including minimum qualifications and minimum requirement screening questions. Inform applicants of job requirements, salary ranges, and performs data entry; posting job posting updates internally and submit job postings to various county departments and other agencies; and may update the York County job line with information on current job vacancies as needed.
- May coordinate the internship programs if funded and as necessary by: developing and administering an annual budget for students and monitoring expenditures. Recruit and allocate students as candidates for placement within departments as requested. Coordinate hours and liability coverage with school coordinator. Complete employment file with all necessary documents signed and proper identification noted. Enter information into the employee payroll/HR database regarding student interns’ new employee information and employee benefit changes. This detailed information includes items such as salary, tax withholding, retirement deductions, etc. and verification of proper documentation to complete necessary federal forms and ensures all Fair Labor standards are followed. Review and maintain program files, records, and budgeted funds. Update excel spreadsheets with hours worked to ensure the budget is not exceeded. Assist college personnel with documentation for intern credits, and inform supervisors of the Driver Improvement course for interns required to drive.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Accounting or related discipline.
- Two (2) years of experience in human resources, payroll, insurance or related fields or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
- Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Accounting or related discipline.
- Two (2) years of experience in human resources, payroll, insurance or related fields or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
- Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
About York County Government
York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success.
Mission Statement– York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.
Vision Statement– York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.
Core Values - Excellence through Professionalism
Respect - respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule - treat others as you want to be treated.
Dedicated- strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.
Integrity- do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles.
Knowledgeable- ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.
Friendly- service with a smile. How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.
Our Total Compensation Full-Time Package:
- Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
- Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Parental Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
- 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- SC State Retirement Plan Pension
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Expanded Sick Bank
- Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
- Wellness Screenings
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences
About Our Opportunity
The Human Resources Department is hiring a full-time (40hours weekly), exempt HR Generalist to join our team. The purpose of this position is to perform various administrative/technical tasks in maintaining the required functions of the Human Resources Department and to ensure that records and software products are maintained with up-to-date employee information. Performs duties in processing payroll, verifying accuracy, and recording in appropriate financial software. Manages performance appraisal software to ensure employee performance is evaluated appropriately and records maintained. May provide support to all areas of the Human Resources Department as needed to ensure satisfactory administration of all departmental responsibilities.
Projected Salary Range/Grade 117: $57,422.23 - $68,906.00 , salary is determined based on experience and education.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Processes payroll utilizing an “online” time and attendance payroll system in coordination with the payroll software utilized to process payments, deductions, etc., for York County, and the Cultural and Heritage personnel. Assists in monitoring compliance with Fair Labor Standards Act regulations, Family & Medical Leave regulations and other legal requirements concerning processing of payroll. Review payroll prelist for accuracy, and makes corrections within software as required when adjustments are necessary.
- Enters data for new employees and updates for existing employees in the York County payroll system software, time and attendance software, etc. to include salary, tax status, retirement, insurance and benefit deductions, job and pay codes, longevity, leaves and accumulations, EEOC, workers’ compensation codes, and supervisor information. Allocates salaries to various budgets and upgrade data for existing employees.
- Maintains the performance appraisal system to assure accuracy of data. Monitors data for new hires, promotions or demotions, transfers and special disciplinary appraisals. Coordinate with software vendors to launch annual appraisals. Coordinates with supervisors and department heads to ensure appraisals are on schedule. Updates personnel folders and maintain excel spreadsheets with job changes, and probationary status for new hires.
- Performs various administrative and specialized technical duties including data entry, generating computer reports, copying, faxing, filing, troubleshooting software products, maintains personnel files with up-to-date information. Distributes information; coordinate record management for various computerized human resource data systems; compose correspondences, memos, forms, check request, purchase requisitions, reports, etc. for the HR Department.
- Provides customer service by greeting visitors, answering multi-line telephone and relaying messages accordingly. Interacts with various groups and individuals such as the Human Resource Director, Deputy Director, HR Operations Manager, County department directors and supervisors, employees, job applicants, vendors, and the general public.
- Compiles onboarding information for newly hired employee files
- Completes employee verifications with regard to positions and salary to supervisors, employees and financial institutions. Provides job descriptions as needed.
- May Process employment criminal background checks and coordinate start dates for newly hired employees.
- May Complete E-verifications to include documents required by the Federal government.
- Coordinates the Annual County Employee Health Screenings
- Coordinates Bi-annual Blood-Drive for county employees
- May assist with benefits changes and enrollments that include health, dental, life, and vision insurance; S.C. Retirement, S.C. Deferred Compensation, etc.
- Manages Sick Leave Bank Process and annual enrollment process which includes checking eligibility and maintaining current records and making appropriate deductions of sick leave hours for participants.
- May assist in utilizing and updating appropriate application tracking software to announce job openings, and inform applicants and supervisors of the application process and provide assistance to supervisors and department heads in using software for recruitments, creating requisitions and other functions as needed.
- May assist in posting job openings including minimum qualifications and minimum requirement screening questions. Inform applicants of job requirements, salary ranges, and performs data entry; posting job posting updates internally and submit job postings to various county departments and other agencies; and may update the York County job line with information on current job vacancies as needed.
- May coordinate the internship programs if funded and as necessary by: developing and administering an annual budget for students and monitoring expenditures. Recruit and allocate students as candidates for placement within departments as requested. Coordinate hours and liability coverage with school coordinator. Complete employment file with all necessary documents signed and proper identification noted. Enter information into the employee payroll/HR database regarding student interns’ new employee information and employee benefit changes. This detailed information includes items such as salary, tax withholding, retirement deductions, etc. and verification of proper documentation to complete necessary federal forms and ensures all Fair Labor standards are followed. Review and maintain program files, records, and budgeted funds. Update excel spreadsheets with hours worked to ensure the budget is not exceeded. Assist college personnel with documentation for intern credits, and inform supervisors of the Driver Improvement course for interns required to drive.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Accounting or related discipline.
- Two (2) years of experience in human resources, payroll, insurance or related fields or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
- Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Accounting or related discipline.
- Two (2) years of experience in human resources, payroll, insurance or related fields or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
- Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
About York County Government
York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success.
Mission Statement– York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.
Vision Statement– York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.
Core Values - Excellence through Professionalism
Respect - respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule - treat others as you want to be treated.
Dedicated- strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.
Integrity- do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles.
Knowledgeable- ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.
Friendly- service with a smile. How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.
Our Total Compensation Full-Time Package:
- Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
- Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Parental Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
- 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- SC State Retirement Plan Pension
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Expanded Sick Bank
- Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
- Wellness Screenings
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences
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- Manufacturing
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in HR generalist jobs across South Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
- Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred or required
- Demonstrated experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors
- Working knowledge of federal and South Carolina employment law and regulatory compliance
- Experience managing full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations matters
- Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills across hourly and exempt employee populations
HR Generalist Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hr generalist in South Carolina?
Most hr generalist roles in South Carolina require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. South Carolina does not issue a state license for HR professionals, so hiring managers look for nationally recognized credentials instead, primarily the SHRM-CP through the Society for Human Resource Management or the PHR through HRCI. Candidates who pair a relevant degree with one of these certifications and some internship or coordinator-level experience are consistently the most competitive in the South Carolina market.
How much do HR generalists make in South Carolina?
HR generalists in South Carolina earn a median of about $65,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,070 for the lowest 10% to over $118,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hr generalists in South Carolina?
Companies currently hiring hr generalists in South Carolina include CMC, Plasman, and Modineer, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. South Carolina's mix of large manufacturers, regional hospital systems, and state agencies means hr generalist demand is spread across multiple industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.
Which South Carolina cities have the most hr generalist jobs?
The cities with the most hr generalist openings in South Carolina are Newberry, Spartanburg, and Clover. Columbia leads because it is home to state government agencies, the University of South Carolina system, and a large healthcare presence anchored by Prisma Health, while Greenville and Charleston reflect the concentration of global manufacturers, growing tech employers, and major hospital networks in those metros.
Are there remote hr generalist jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, and they are more common than in many fields, since much of the core hr generalist work such as policy administration, compliance reporting, and HRIS management can be done remotely. About 13% of hr generalist openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for non-site-dependent tasks. In-person presence is still expected for employee relations investigations, onboarding sessions, and roles at manufacturing facilities like those in the Upstate region.
How can I get hired as a hr generalist in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing an HR coordinator or HR assistant role at a large South Carolina employer and building toward a generalist title from there. Organizations like Prisma Health, the South Carolina Department of Administration, and large manufacturers in the Upstate regularly hire HR support staff without prior generalist experience. Completing a SHRM student membership and earning the SHRM-CP as soon as you are eligible gives candidates a meaningful credential edge, and lateral moves from roles like payroll specialist or recruiter are a well-recognized bridge into generalist positions.
Where can I find and apply to hr generalist jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to hr generalist jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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