Human Resource Generalist
Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts•Indianapolis, IN
•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Human Resource Generalist will serve as a key point of contact for employees, providing support and guidance on policies, procedures, and workplace concerns. This role involves partnering with leaders on employee relations matters, performance management, and ensuring HR operations run smoothly and compliantly. The Generalist will also support performance review processes, training initiatives, and manage internal personnel changes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in a human resources role with generalist responsibilities
- Working knowledge of HR best practices and employment law
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a nonprofit, museum, or cultural institution
- Familiarity with HRIS platforms and applicant tracking systems (UKG a plus)
- Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
Responsibilities
- Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, procedures, and workplace concerns
- Support employee relations matters with professionalism, confidentiality, and care
- Partner with leaders of various levels on de-escalation of employee relations matters and resolutions
- Assist managers with performance management, coaching, and documentation
- Maintain accurate employee records and documentation in the HRIS
- Serve as a subject matter expert for HRIS questions and solutions
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FLSA, ADA, EEO)
- Assist with policy development, updates, and communication
- Support audits, reporting, and personnel actions
- Ensure FMLA and ADA policies and procedures are implemented, trained on, and followed
- In partnership with the L & D Specialist, support annual performance review processes and goal setting
- Partner with Learning & Development to support training and professional growth initiatives
- Process all internal promotions, transfers, and job changes in a timely and accurate manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
