HR Generalist

Woodlands Senior Living LLC•Augusta, ME

11d•$55,000 - $69,500

About The Position

The HR Generalist supports a small HR team serving 500 employees across 10 senior living communities in Maine. The role supports the organization’s mission of making each day the best day possible for residents and bringing peace of mind to their loved ones. It requires energy, ownership, attention to detail, and genuine care in a fast-paced, people-centered environment. The position is responsible for recruiting and hiring coordination, offer and pre-boarding processes, onboarding, and co-leading bi-weekly new-hire orientation. It also supports employee relations, HR operations, accurate recordkeeping, and leave administration. The HR Generalist partners closely with another HR Generalist who leads reporting and analytics. The role offers variety and opportunities to develop HR skills across multiple areas, with work that directly affects the employee and resident experience.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of HR policies and state and federal laws and regulations.
A current, valid license to operate a vehicle in Maine and a driving record satisfactory to the company.
Must complete a criminal history record check to the satisfaction of the company.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, and/or relevant experience preferred.
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products preferred.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage a full workload, and produce accurate, high-quality work.
Relationship-building skills and the ability to earn trust quickly.
Autonomy, accountability, clear and professional communication, and motivation by mission-driven work.

Responsibilities

Source candidates, conduct outreach and communication, review applications, gather information, and support candidates throughout the hiring process.
Manage application flow by sending completed applications to hiring leaders through the ATS and keeping the process moving.
Partner with leaders on interview selection, scheduling, and communication.
Review wage bands, develop pay rate recommendations, and respond to wage offer requests.
Extend offers, send required documents, and follow up to ensure timely completion.
Prepare new-hire files, track onboarding tasks, and support a smooth transition into orientation.
Co-lead bi-weekly new-hire orientation and create a welcoming, mission-aligned experience.
Support employees and leaders with employee relations, HR operations, accurate records, and day-to-day HR needs.
Manage leave requests accurately and in compliance with applicable requirements, using compassionate communication.
Collaborate with another HR Generalist, who leads reporting and analytics.