Human Resources Generalist (Flexible Full-Time)

Human Resources Generalist
Bayside Purpose: To help people know God, find family, live in freedom, and discover purpose Bayside Big 5: Teachable, Called, Hungry, Others Focused, Positive Attitude
Position Status: Exempt Work Schedule: Full-time 40 hours
Position Purpose: The HR Coordinator is a key member of the Human Resources team, supporting the Executive Director and Associate Director while independently managing essential HR processes. The role focuses on creating an excellent employee experience through accurate, timely, and people-centered administration of pre-onboarding, HRIS, compliance, and benefits. The Coordinator brings strong attention to detail, a people-focused approach, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The role leverages AI, automation, and technology to streamline processes, improve accuracy, reduce repetitive work, and enhance HR support. The Coordinator owns defined HR processes while escalating employee relations, complex policies, investigations, disciplinary decisions, accommodations, and other judgment-intensive matters to HR leadership.
Primary Responsibilities

Pre-Onboarding & New Hire Administration
HRIS Administration & Data Compliance
Benefits Administration
AI, Automation & Process Improvement
HR Department & Leadership Support
Performance Measures
New hires consistently completing pre-onboarding requirements before their start date. Accurate and complete employee information within the HRIS. Timely identification and correction of missing or inaccurate employee data. Accurate and timely benefits enrollment and qualifying-life-event processing. Routine HRIS and benefits audits completed according to established schedules. Employee HR and benefits questions receive timely, helpful responses. HR leadership receiving accurate reports and administrative support when needed. Measurable reduction in manual or repetitive HR work through thoughtful use of AI and automation. Appropriate escalation of complex or high-risk HR matters. Consistent protection of employee confidentiality and sensitive organizational information.
Qualifications
Previous HR, benefits, HRIS, payroll, administrative, or employee-service experience preferred. Strong technology skills and demonstrated ability to learn new systems quickly. Experience working with Paycor preferred. Familiarity with AI productivity tools and workflow automation strongly preferred. Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion. Strong customer-service mindset and ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Ability to recognize when an issue should be escalated rather than independently resolved.
Character & Chemistry
Personal integrity in all areas of life Must have completed the Growth Track at Bayside or be moving forward in doing so. Regularly attends worship services with their family Is an active participant in a group and is a regular tither Culture God First – Prioritizes God's presence and God's word above all else. Prioritizes daily time with God and soul care. Lives and works with integrity and character using God's word as the guide. Leans into the Holy Spirit and stays flexible. Others Focus – Honors God's people, their purpose, and your relationship with them. Sees value in others and shows honor in all relationships, Places people over projects. Disciples others. On Mission – Purposes their lives and work to know Him and make Him known. Lives generously Takes ownership of the mission and looks for ways to make things better. Shares the gospel.