HR Generalist

Lambs Farm • Libertyville, IL

16d • $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Lambs Farm, we've spent over six decades helping people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives through meaningful work opportunities in our farmyard, restaurants, stores, and community programs. We're a vibrant community that serves as both home to our participants and a place where visitors grow through enriching experiences that create lasting connections. As our HR Generalist , you’ll play a key role in supporting the full scope of human resources operations, with primary responsibility for payroll and benefits administration. Working within our Human Resources Department, this role ensures employees are paid accurately, supported effectively, and experience consistent, high-quality HR service. This position combines technical expertise with a strong service mindset, contributing to a positive employee experience while maintaining compliance and operational excellence. You’ll partner closely with the Associate Director of HR, supporting day-to-day operations while contributing to broader HR initiatives and organizational continuity. Your work directly supports our mission by helping create a stable, responsive, and well-managed workplace for employees across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, related field, or equivalent experience
• 2–3 years of experience in payroll, benefits, or HR roles
• Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefits
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, including FLSA, tax compliance, and multi-state payroll
• Understanding of HR compliance, including ACA, COBRA, and general employment law
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume, time-sensitive work
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency with cloud-based systems such as Google Workspace and project management tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience with HRIS platforms; iSolved HCM and Employee Navigator preferred
• Experience supporting multiple HR functions (employee relations, recruitment, or HR operations) preferred

Responsibilities

• Process and manage bi-weekly payroll for exempt, non-exempt, and contract employees using iSolved HCM
• Administer employee benefits programs through Employee Navigator, including enrollments, changes, open enrollment, and terminations
• Maintain and audit payroll and benefits data to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies
• Maintain employee records and ensure data integrity across HR systems
• Support compliance efforts, including FLSA, ACA, COBRA, and other employment regulations
• Assist with audits, reporting, and HR documentation
• Support employee relations by addressing routine inquiries and escalating complex issues as appropriate
• Assist with recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate coordination, and interview scheduling
• Support onboarding and orientation processes to ensure a smooth and positive new hire experience
• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and internal documentation
• Troubleshoot HRIS issues, generate reports, and support system improvements and digital transformation initiatives
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of HR on departmental projects and process improvements
• Contribute to cross-training, documentation, and knowledge sharing to support continuity and succession planning

Benefits

• Work Environment A collaborative, office-based role within a mission-driven organization, offering meaningful work that directly supports employees and organizational operations.
• Growth and Impact Play a critical role in ensuring employees are supported through accurate payroll, accessible benefits, and responsive HR services— helping the organization operate effectively and sustainably.
• Our Values in Action Join a team that prioritizes respect, integrity, accountability, and collaboration. You’ll contribute to a supportive workplace culture while helping maintain compliance and high professional standards across HR functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees