What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains, Inc.?
TITLE: Human Resources Generalist
REPORTS TO: Human Resources Director
CLASSIFIED: Full Time, Exempt
ABOUT US: We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to inspiring and enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. Our team is passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces for youth in our community, and we are looking for an HR professional who shares our values and commitment to service.
JOB SUMMARY: The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting the organization's most valuable asset—our people. This position ensures the accurate and timely administration of payroll, benefits, and leave policies, contributing to a positive employee experience and supporting our ability to deliver on our mission. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, service-minded HR professional with a deep respect for confidentiality and a passion for nonprofit work. The Human Resources Generalist is expected to uphold the Club values inside and outside of the Club. The Club values include teamwork, impact driven, excellence & good character.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Payroll Administration:
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate payment to staff across multiple program sites.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws.
- Partner with Finance to reconcile payroll and resolve discrepancies.
- Respond to payroll-related inquiries with professionalism and discretion.
Benefits Administration:
- Oversee employee benefits enrollment, education, and issue resolution.
- Serve as liaison between employees and benefits providers to ensure a smooth experience.
- Administer annual open enrollment and assist with benefits audits and compliance (ACA, COBRA, HIPAA).
- Support wellness initiatives and promote available benefits.
Leave Management:
- Administer leave programs including FMLA, ADA, parental leave, and other time-off policies.
- Guide employees and supervisors through the leave process, ensuring documentation and compliance.
- Track leave balances and coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate reporting.
General HR Support:
- Maintain employee records in the HRIS with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes, reinforcing our values-driven culture.
- Assist with HR compliance initiatives, internal audits, and reporting.
- Collaborate with team members on initiatives and employee engagement.
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 2–4 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on payroll, benefits, and leave administration preferred.
- Familiarity with non-profit operations and funding structures is a plus.
- Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Proficiency with payroll/HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Paylocity).
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong alignment with our mission and values.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) strongly preferred.
- Experience working in a youth-serving or community-based nonprofit organization.
- Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to stand/sit for long periods of time throughout a shift
- Ability to operate various types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.
- This position is considered to be safety-sensitive.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace!
All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class. The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.
