HR Generalist

RISE Services•Fredericksburg, VA

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

RISE Services is seeking an experienced Part-Time HR Generalist to serve as an embedded member of our organization, managing employee relations and HR functions throughout the employee lifecycle following onboarding. This role integrates fully into RISE Services’ internal systems, policies, and workflows and functions as the primary HR resource for employee relations, compliance, and benefits administration. This position is well suited for a seasoned HR professional who values flexibility, exercises strong professional judgment, and is comfortable handling sensitive HR matters independently while partnering closely with leadership.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of HR experience in a generalist or employee relations-focused role
Demonstrated experience handling employee relations, investigations, terminations, and unemployment matters
Working knowledge of federal and Virginia employment laws (including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and unemployment regulations)
Experience working directly within organizational HR and payroll systems
Strong documentation, communication, and professional judgment skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive matters independently

Nice To Haves

HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP)
Experience in a part-time, embedded, or fractional HR role
Experience supporting small to mid-sized organizations or human services organizations

Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Investigations Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters across RISE Services
Conduct and document internal investigations related to complaints, misconduct, and policy violations
Advise leadership on corrective action, disciplinary decisions, and terminations in compliance with federal and Virginia employment law
Prepare documentation and represent the organization in unemployment claims and hearings
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management Manage HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle following onboarding, including performance management support and offboarding
Execute compliant termination and separation processes
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential employee records within RISE Services’ HR systems
Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and documentation standards
Benefits Administration Administer employee benefits using RISE Services’ existing benefits platforms and vendors
Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions, enrollments, and changes
Support open enrollment and benefits communications
Systems Integration & Internal Collaboration Work directly within RISE Services’ HR, payroll, benefits, and documentation systems
Ensure data accuracy and integrity across systems
Collaborate with leadership and administrative staff to align HR practices with operational needs
Identify gaps or inefficiencies in HR processes and recommend improvements
Advisory & Risk Management Provide practical HR guidance to leadership on employee management, compliance, and risk mitigation
Monitor trends in employee relations issues and recommend proactive solutions