HR Generalist

Black Canyon Consulting•Bethesda, MD

19d

About The Position

Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Human Resources Generalist to support the day-to-day operations of its Human Resources department. Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, this role helps ensure HR processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time. The position provides exposure to recruiting, onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, compliance, and HR systems. The successful candidate will bring organization, consistency, and accountability to daily HR operations; take ownership of assigned responsibilities; proactively follow up on outstanding items; and provide timely support to employees, candidates, and managers. The role also helps HR leadership focus on complex employee matters, organizational priorities, and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in Human Resources, recruiting coordination, HR administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional communication with employees, candidates, and management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and comfort learning new HR technology platforms.
Ability to exercise discretion, sound judgment, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to research questions, identify solutions, and escalate matters when appropriate.
Service-oriented approach and ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with HRIS, payroll, or applicant tracking systems, particularly Paylocity and Greenhouse.
Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee recordkeeping.
Familiarity with federal and state employment regulations and common HR compliance requirements.
Prior experience with a federal government contractor or professional services organization.
PHR or SHRM-CP certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate personnel files, employee records, and HR documentation in accordance with applicable requirements and company policies.
Process employee status changes, personnel actions, and other HR transactions, obtaining appropriate documentation and approvals.
Monitor and manage the HR email inbox, respond to routine employee inquiries, and escalate matters as appropriate.
Track outstanding employee paperwork, approvals, acknowledgments, and HR-related requests, and follow up to ensure timely completion.
Prepare and distribute HR correspondence, including offer letters and employment verification letters.
Assist employees with routine questions regarding company policies, benefits, payroll, and HR procedures.
Support the administration and documentation of employee performance management processes.
Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and company information.
Coordinate recruiting activities, including applicant tracking, interview scheduling, candidate communications, and follow-up.
Maintain candidate records and recruiting workflows in the applicant tracking system.
Assist with offer letter preparation and coordination of pre-employment requirements.
Coordinate onboarding, including start dates, employment paperwork, background checks, benefits information, and system access requests.
Track onboarding requirements and follow up with new hires, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders.
Assist with employee offboarding, including separation documentation, exit procedures, and equipment returns.
Maintain employee and independent contractor information in HR systems, including Paylocity.
Enter and maintain 1099 contractor information and support related administrative processes.
Assist with benefits administration, including enrollment documentation, employee communications, and follow-up.
Track compliance documentation, training, employee acknowledgments, and applicable deadlines.
Identify and promptly escalate compliance concerns, sensitive employee matters, and potential policy issues to the Director of Human Resources.
Assist with HR reporting, data entry, recordkeeping, and periodic audits to ensure information is accurate and complete.
Support implementation and ongoing administration of HR systems, processes, and departmental initiatives.