Human Resources Generalist

United Way for Greater Austin•Austin, TX

17d

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is part of the Human Capital department at United Way for Greater Austin. This regular, full-time, exempt position supports talent acquisition and employee experience initiatives. The role is primarily responsible for recruiting, onboarding and offboarding employees; developing relationships with universities and community organizations to build talent pipelines; coordinating internship programs; and supporting HR operations, including benefits administration and payroll. The position is located in Austin, Texas, and reports directly to the Chief People Officer. The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-focused, and passionate about creating a positive employee experience. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to organizational growth by attracting, developing, and supporting talent and building meaningful community connections. United Way for Greater Austin celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Two to five years of Human Resources experience, with an emphasis on recruiting and employee lifecycle management.
Strong recruiting and sourcing skills.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS/ATS systems.
Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Experience with payroll and benefits administration preferred.
Experience working with universities, internship programs, or community partnerships is a plus.
PHR or SHRM-CP certification, or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruitment for positions across the organization.
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruiting strategies.
Source, screen, and interview candidates; coordinate interviews and facilitate offers.
Maintain applicant tracking system records and recruitment metrics, and build talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
Develop and maintain relationships with colleges, universities, technical schools, and community organizations.
Represent the organization at job fairs, career events, networking functions, and community outreach programs.
Coordinate campus recruiting initiatives and internship opportunities, and promote the organization's employer brand.
Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and engagement of interns; coordinate their schedules, projects, and evaluations; and serve as a point of contact for interns and hiring managers.
Facilitate new-hire onboarding, orientation, and paperwork, ensuring a positive onboarding experience.
Coordinate employee separations, exit interviews, and offboarding processes.
Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Assist employees with benefits enrollment and questions; support annual open enrollment; and coordinate benefits communications and documentation.
Assist with payroll processing, audits, and employee payroll inquiries.
Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of employee data.
Maintain employee files and HR records; assist with employee relations matters and HR programs.
Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Prepare reports and HR metrics as needed.
Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.