HR Generalist

Institute for Justice • Arlington, VA

82d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Institute for Justice (IJ) is seeking an HR Generalist to join its administrative team. This role will focus on benefits administration and payroll, supporting approximately 200 employees across multiple states. The HR Generalist will ensure the administrative team has the resources needed to support IJ's mission of securing constitutional rights for all Americans.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years focused on payroll and benefits administration.
• Experience with an HRIS/payroll system — ADP experience strongly preferred.
• Comfort with multi-state payroll compliance.
• Impeccable attention to detail, particularly when handling payroll calculations, benefits data, and compliance deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive, confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ERISA and benefits plan administration is a plus.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll using ADP, including managing state tax registrations, withholding, and compliance in multiple jurisdictions.
• Administer employee health and benefit plans — enrollments, changes, qualifying life events, and terminations.
• Serve as a go-to resource for staff benefits questions, escalating complex compliance matters as needed.
• Support IJ's annual open enrollment process, from staff communications to enrollment logistics.
• Help administer leave programs, including FMLA and state-specific leave laws.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes and maintain accurate, confidential employee records.
• Assist in reviewing and communicating HR policies to keep pace with changing employment law.
• Run payroll and benefits reports for Finance and HR leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule with one remote day a week for first 90-days, with the possibility to increase to two remote days thereafter.
• Opportunity to work remotely for four weeks a year, with manager approval.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums).
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans.
• HSA employer contributions.
• 401(k) with employer matches.
• Smart casual dress code with casual Fridays.
• Generous PTO package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed