Human Resources Generalist

Part-time (16 hours/week) on-site Human Resources Generalist role supporting employee relations, compliance, onboarding/offboarding, payroll coordination, and personnel documentation for a growing healthcare organization in Lutherville-Timonium, MD (hybrid). Responsibilities Serve as a primary resource to management on employee relations , workplace concerns, and personnel matters Conduct, document, and support employee investigations, complaints, and workplace disputes Advise management on disciplinary actions , performance improvement plans , and terminations Develop and maintain standardized documentation for employee counseling, written warnings, and corrective actions Support conflict resolution and help maintain a respectful, professional workplace Provide practical, objective recommendations to ownership on employee-related decisions Support compliance with applicable federal , Maryland , and local employment laws Provide guidance on ADA reasonable accommodations , Maryland sick and safe leave , wage and hour requirements, and other applicable regulations Coordinate accommodation requests and the interactive process Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and required documentation, including personnel files Review and update employee policies, procedures, and the employee handbook Assist with unemployment claims, employee separations, and employment-related documentation Identify potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions Conduct reference checks and coordinate background screening as appropriate Develop and maintain standardized onboarding and offboarding procedures Ensure completion of required employment documentation, including Form I-9 Coordinate new-hire orientation and employee policy acknowledgment Support benefits administration, enrollment, and employee questions Run biweekly payroll with existing payroll provider Paycom Track employee leave, attendance concerns, and related personnel documentation Develop efficient HR processes aligned with a growing healthcare organization Partner directly with ownership to strengthen employee accountability, communication, and workplace culture Assist with performance evaluation processes and employee development Identify opportunities to improve employee retention and reduce workplace conflict Help establish consistent HR policies and management practices across departments Requirements Minimum 5 years of progressive human resources experience At least 2 years of demonstrated experience independently managing employee relations, investigations, disciplinary actions, or terminations Strong working knowledge of federal and Maryland employment laws Experience advising business owners, executives, or department managers on personnel matters Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information Excellent written communication, documentation, and organizational skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong judgment, professionalism, and conflict-resolution skills Proficiency with HR information systems and Microsoft Office applications Technologies Paycom HR information systems Microsoft Office Form I-9 Preferred Qualifications SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification Previous HR experience in healthcare, medical practices, behavioral health, or other professional service organizations Experience supporting organizations with 25–100 employees Experience with Paycom or similar HR/payroll systems Familiarity with Maryland employment regulations and employee accommodation processes Experience developing employee handbooks, HR policies, and standardized disciplinary procedures Ideal Candidate Previously served as the primary HR contact for a small or midsized organization Comfortable handling difficult employee conversations and sensitive workplace situations Understands how to balance employee advocacy with organizational accountability Confidently advises ownership while recognizing when employment counsel should be consulted Takes initiative and does not require constant direction Detail-oriented with strong prioritization for thorough, accurate documentation Able to establish structure and consistency within a growing organization Schedule & Compensation 16 hours per week , typically two 8-hour days On-site role in Timonium, Maryland (hybrid) Hourly compensation: $32–$42 (commensurate with qualifications and experience) Opportunity to help shape and strengthen the HR infrastructure of a growing healthcare organization #J-18808-Ljbffr