Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support day-to-day people operations and office administration in Fort Collins, Colorado. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a dependable individual who can work independently while managing employee support, payroll coordination, onboarding activities, and workplace operations. The role also contributes to compliance efforts, vendor coordination, and internal process tracking in a scientific environment.

Responsibilities:
• Guide employees and managers on workplace concerns, helping resolve issues fairly and effectively while supporting a positive work environment.
• Oversee onboarding and personnel administration activities, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with company procedures.
• Support recruiting efforts by coordinating hiring activities, scheduling, and related administrative tasks throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage payroll preparation tasks by collecting and reviewing timecards, monitoring leave balances, and coordinating timely payroll submissions.
• Maintain organized tracking systems for workflows, approvals, and recurring administrative processes to help ensure operational consistency.
• Provide broad office and business support, including purchasing equipment, handling routine administration, and assisting with day-to-day operational needs.
• Coordinate facility-related activities such as vendor communication, leasing support, janitorial service oversight, and general building updates.
• Help ensure HR practices align with Colorado labor law requirements and established internal protocols.
• Use HRIS and related systems to maintain employee information and support benefits and HR administration functions.• Previous experience in an HR Generalist, Office Manager, Administrative Manager, or Operations Coordinator role.
• Demonstrated background in employee relations, HR administration, onboarding, and benefits support.
• Practical experience assisting with payroll processes, including timecard review and leave tracking.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently.
• Working knowledge of Colorado labor law and standard personnel administration practices.
• Comfort using HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate employee data and process records.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and trustworthy, with the ability to adapt as priorities change.
• Able to work effectively in a scientific or technical workplace environment with minimal supervision.