Senior Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Location: Salisbury, MD 
Salary Range: $70,000 –$95,000 annually
Schedule: Four‑day, 36-hour work week — Monday through Thursday

Position Summary

The Senior Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, HR compliance, employee records management, and HRIS administration. This position serves as a resource to employees and leaders regarding HR processes and ensures HR programs are administered efficiently and in compliance with organizational policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5-8 years of human resources experience
• Experience with recruitment, benefits administration, and leave management required
• Experience working with an HRIS/HRMS system required
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred

Essential Duties

• Manage full-cycle recruitment activities, including postings, screening, interview coordination, background checks, reference checks, and onboarding

• Maintain total confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA law, CARF accreditation standards and Maryland State Regulations 

• Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and related offerings
• Provide employee education regarding available benefits and enrollment processes
• Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives designed to improve morale, retention, and workplace culture
• Develop recognition programs that celebrate employee achievements and milestones
• Create and publish a quarterly employee newsletter highlighting organizational updates, employee accomplishments, safety initiatives, and departmental successes
• Develop communication campaigns that strengthen employee engagement and awareness of organizational goals
• Develop innovative gamification strategies to increase employee participation, teamwork, wellness, safety, and workplace positivity
• Coordinate new hire orientation and employee onboarding processes
• Manage employee leave processes, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation administration
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
• Process employee status changes, separations, and related personnel actions
• Assist with audits, credentialing, and compliance activities
• Provide general HR support to employees and leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the VP of Human Resources who provides supervision and schedule.

Classification

Regular Full-Time, Exempt