Human Resources Generalist

Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Title: Human Resources Generalist Position Summary The Human Resources Generalist supports all day-to-day human resources functions for the district, including employee onboarding and offboarding, leave administration, benefits coordination, personnel records management, recruitment support, and employee relations. The HR Generalist serves as the primary point of contact for employees and administrators regarding HR processes and helps ensure compliance with applicable laws, collective bargaining agreements, and district policies. Essential Responsibilities Coordinate employee onboarding, orientation, and separation processes. Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, PFML, ADA-related leave tracking, workers’ compensation, and other contractual leaves. Maintain personnel files and ensure compliance with state and federal recordkeeping requirements. Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and annual open enrollment. Support recruitment efforts, including posting vacancies, scheduling interviews, processing hiring paperwork, and conducting employment verifications. Monitor licensure, certification, and compliance requirements. Respond to employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, leave, and employment matters. Prepare routine personnel correspondence and HR reports. Assist with investigations, disciplinary matters, grievances, and labor relations documentation. Maintain HRIS and personnel data systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Highly motivated, self-directed, and eager to learn. Demonstrates strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Maintains a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality. Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications. Previous experience working in an office setting required; experience in a public school or municipal environment preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field preferred. Human resources experience preferred, including experience with employee records, benefits administration, recruitment, or leave management. Knowledge of employment laws, leave administration, and personnel practices preferred. Experience working in a unionized environment preferred. This is a year-round, benefit eligible position Equal Opportunity Employer Southbridge Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, age, or sexual orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr