HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist (HRG) supports the daily operations of the Human Resources department and serves as a key resource for employees and supervisors across a broad range of HR functions. Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, this position supports the following functions under the HR department: talent acquisition, payroll and benefits administration, performance management, training and development initiatives, employee relations and compliance.

The HRG provides guidance and high-level support to employees and supervisors regarding policies, and procedures, while helping ensure consistent application of employment practices across the institution. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with applicable employment laws, supporting HRIS data integrity, and promoting efficient and effective HR business operations.

Through collaboration, operational integrity, and customer focused responsive service, the HRG contributes to a positive, compliant, and employee-centered workplace culture that supports organizational goals and workforce success.

Requirements

• Promote and contribute to a collaborative, service-oriented, and employee-focused work environment that reinforces the institution’s mission, vision, and values.
• Actively advance departmental and institutional objectives and priorities while supporting a compliant, engaged, and high-performing workforce.
• Administer payroll, benefits, and leave programs while ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate performance and talent development planning initiatives, including evaluations, goal-setting, feedback, workforce succession planning and development.
• Manage new hire orientation, supervisor training, and employee development programs.
• Lead full-cycle talent acquisition campaigns, onboarding, and employee transition processes.
• Provide advanced level support in the administration of employee relations, workplace investigations, accommodations, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure data integrity and confidentiality through effective HRIS administration and reporting.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of six to eight (6–8) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, demonstrating advanced knowledge and proficiency across multiple HR disciplines.

or

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred, with a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional Human Resources experience.
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Intermediate skill level with HRIS & ATS systems and ad-hoc reporting.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Highly ethical and trustworthy individual.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all employee records and information.
• A team player who values collaboration, mutual support, and team cohesion.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Has the ability and progressive career experience to work with minimal supervision.
• Proactively engages in continuous learning and development.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Winter Break)
• Family Leave
• Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education (CE)
• Employee Assistance Program