HR Generalist

Who We Are Catholic Charities has been serving individuals and families across southeast Wisconsin since 1920. Inspired by Catholic social teaching, we believe every person deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. Our programs provide professional, compassionate human services to children, families, and adults who are seeking support, stability, and hope in the midst of life's challenges. Join an organization where mission, professionalism, and service come together to make a difference in people's lives. Catholic Charities has been recognized by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as a Top Workplace annually since 2020. What You'll Do As the Human Resources Generalist, you will provide broad HR support across recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll, HR systems, records, and employee communications. This position will work closely with the Director of Human Resources and program leaders to support staffing needs, strengthen the employee experience, and promote Catholic Charities as a mission-driven employer of choice. Provide HR Administrative Support: Support the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department, including employee records, communications, projects, events, and department initiatives. Partner Across Core HR Functions: Work collaboratively with the Director of Human Resources on payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, recruitment, employee engagement, and initiatives that strengthen the Agency's culture and employee brand. Administer Payroll and Benefits: Support payroll processing, benefits administration, employee enrollment and changes, vendor coordination, reporting, and timely response to employee questions related to pay, benefits, and HR programs. Coordinate Recruitment and Candidate Pipelines: Support full-cycle recruitment by posting opportunities, reviewing applications and resumes, coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates, supporting onboarding, maintaining accurate employee files, and conducting outreach to local colleges and universities to build a strong pipeline of potential candidates. Strengthen External Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with schools, career programs, community organizations, and other partners to increase awareness of Catholic Charities and support recruitment and outreach efforts. Salary & Benefits $49,00-$55,000, depending on experience. Catholic Charities offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Competitive health, dental and vision insurance 403(b) Retirement with a 2% match and 4% annual contribution Generous PTO structure and 11 paid holidays Ongoing training and professional development Business casual dress every day and casual Fridays! Qualifications Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, communications, or a related field required. 2 to 5 years of previous experience in human resources or recruitment Experience using applicant tracking, HRIS, payroll, or other web-based HR systems preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, required. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and minimum liability insurance on vehicle required. Why Join Us? At Catholic Charities, your work will directly support the employees who carry out our mission every day. As the Human Resources Generalist, you will play an important role in recruiting talented team members, supporting staff with professionalism and compassion, and helping sustain a workplace culture rooted in dignity, collaboration, and service. This is a meaningful in-office opportunity to grow your HR skills while contributing to an organization that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals and families across southeastern Wisconsin. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee