HR Generalist/Employee Relations/Payroll

Human Resources Generalist

CARITAS is a proud and growing nonprofit employing approximately 100 staff in Richmond, Virginia. We provide a range of services to support our community, including emergency shelter, The Healing Place for recovery from substance use disorder, a Recovery Residences program offering safe and affordable housing, a Works program supporting individuals with employment barriers, and a Furniture Bank that provides essential household items to families in need.

The Human Resources Generalist is a key role within the organization. This position is onsite, 5 days a week, and will focus heavily on payroll and benefits administration, recruiting and hiring, staff training and development, and administrative support for the department.

This is an on-site position requiring five days per week in the office and reports to the Director of HR. Payroll processing, for weekly and semi-monthly cycles.

Recruiting support.

On-boarding and new hire orientation.

Reporting – overtime, position control, payroll audits.

Compliance - Ensure all HR policies adhere to local, state, and federal employment laws, and maintain confidential employee records.

Assist with employee training.

Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of progressive professional experience or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training (preferred).

Direct, hands on Payroll experience is required.

Proficiency with Microsoft and Google related office tools.

Outstanding customer service skills and a high degree of professionalism.

Knowledge of principles and procedures related to multiple HR areas, such as: benefits, compensation, employee relations, compliance, recruitment, succession, HR Information Systems.

Sound knowledge of and ability to perform multiple HR functions.

Must possess a valid Virginia state driver's license and have knowledge of all federal, state, and local compliance and safety regulations. The ability to work with contractors and outside suppliers and work well with our client population is necessary. Possesses strong organizational, planning, and customer service skills. Brings a positive, eager to help attitude. The ability to work with contractors and outside suppliers and work well with our client population are necessary. Shelter, the Furniture Bank, Works, The Healing Place, and the Recovery Residences are necessary for success.

Inclusion Statement

CARITAS is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. In recruiting for and maintaining our team, we welcome the unique contributions that individuals bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

The unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the CARITAS workplace. As such, while on CARITAS' premises, performing CARITAS-related duties, or operating any CARITAS equipment, whether, during work time or non‑work time, employees are prohibited from being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and are strictly prohibited from possessing illegal drugs, marijuana, or excessive quantities of prescription or over-the-counter drugs.

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