Human Resources Generalist

American Forests• US,

5d•$60,000 - $65,000•Remote

About The Position

The HR Generalist will play a critical role in advancing American Forests’ culture and people strategy by supporting day-to-day HR administration, including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and benefits and payroll administration. This role works collaboratively across departments to provide high-quality HR support that aligns with American Forests’ mission and values.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2-3 years of experience in human resources, recruiting, benefits administration, payroll, or related areas.
Knowledge of basic HR practices and employment regulations.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
Experience using HRIS, Office365 (specifically Word, Power Point and Excel), payroll, and applicant tracking systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees and outside partners at all levels.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working for a non-profit organization is preferred.
Current HR Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Post job openings on internal and external job boards.
Review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
Conduct initial phone screenings and candidate outreach.
Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and candidates.
Maintain applicant tracking records and recruitment documentation.
Prepare offer letters and coordinate pre-employment activities.
Support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring cycle.
Coordinate onboarding activities for new employees.
Facilitate orientation and ensure completion of required documentation.
Assist with employee benefits enrollment and changes.
Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding benefits.
Coordinate annual open enrollment activities.
Liaise with benefits vendors and resolve routine issues and perform periodic audits.
Maintain benefits records and documentation.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FLSA, ACA, FMLA, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, OSHA, HIPAA, and ADA.
Partner with the VP of HR to update policies, procedures, and the employee handbook annually.
Process payroll submissions and payroll-related changes.
Review payroll data for accuracy and completeness.
Coordinate with payroll providers to resolve discrepancies.
Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.
Assist employees with payroll-related questions.
Support HR projects and initiatives as assigned.
Assist with compliance reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
Perform other HR administrative duties as needed.