HR Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist will oversee the daily Human Resources (HR) functions along with providing a broad range of support services to ensure employees, processes, programs, and policies are aligned and optimized to achieve organizational objectives. The HR Generalist will coordinate recruitment, employee management and retention, compensation and benefits, and company policies and practices. The HR Generalist will be expected to have expertise in human resource management and apply sound business practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes all processes for recruiting, onboarding and offboarding, including new hire tasks, benefits, and 401-K administration.
• Assists the Executive Leadership Team with developing, updating, and managing policies and procedures.
• Works closely with the accounting department to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll and other claims.
• Coordinates benefits administration, claims resolution, and annual open enrollment.
• Administers organization wide annual review process, job description updates, and compensation analysis.
• Serves as the point of contact for employees regarding HR administrative or policy matters.
• Creates and maintains all required employee files.
• Serves as the subject matter expert for all HR information systems related to recruiting, training, and employee/payroll/benefits management.
• Communicates routinely with executives and managers for the purpose of identifying staff professional development opportunities, coaching recommendations, and organizational culture awareness.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate must be results-driven with at least 2 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and will also
have/be:

• Prior experience in an HR generalist role.
• A thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Highly motivated self-starter who works well with a team and independently.
• Mature judgement, with a calm, even demeanor.

In addition to the above, all staff members are expected to exhibit the following on a consistent basis:

• A dedication to an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to work
• Passion for supporting the organization’s mission and for maintaining programmatic excellence
• Proven success working with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously, often with competing deadlines
• Communication skills that allow for productive sharing, debate, and exchange of information and ideas, whether verbally or in writing

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 DOE

This job description is intended to provide general information about the position. It is not an employment contract and is not intended as a complete list of all job roles and responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other roles and responsibilities. As with all positions, the responsibilities, roles, and requirements of this job may change. The organization, at its discretion, may alter this job description at any time with or without notice. Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Women, minorities and protected individuals such as those covered by Section 3 are encouraged to apply.