Human Resources Generalist

Encompass Early Educ & Care Inc•Allouez, WI

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Encompass is a mission-driven non-profit and recognized leader in early childhood education in Northeast Wisconsin, with eight thriving locations and a ninth anticipated in 2027. The HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting Encompass’s human resources functions, focusing on full-cycle recruitment, HR data analytics, benefits administration, and employee experience. This individual partners with the Director of Human Resources to follow through on strategic HR initiatives that support the organization’s strategic goals. The HR Generalist ensures high-quality candidate experience from recruitment through onboarding and contributes to the overall employee experience by maintaining HR processes that support engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in human resources, preferably in recruitment, benefits, or HR analytics.
Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruitment and HR best practices.
Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analytics.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.
Maintains strict confidentiality and exhibits agency values in daily work.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP)

Responsibilities

Leads the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate sourcing and resume screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
Partners closely with hiring managers to ensure an effective, efficient hiring experience and supports employee transitions and offboarding as part of the full employee lifecycle.
Develops and maintains educator talent pipelines through university and program partnerships, youth apprenticeship connections, professional associations, job fairs, and referrals.
Coordinates screening and interview logistics, supports hiring manager readiness, and helps ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience from application through onboarding.
Assists in benefits administration, including employee enrollment, communication, and coordination with providers.
Serves as a resource for employees on benefits-related questions.
Supports initiatives that enhance employee engagement, professional development, and retention.
Supports HR technology and systems to streamline HR functions, improve efficiency, and enhance employee experience.
Utilizes Paylocity to run standard reports, audit data for accuracy, and analyze HR metrics to identify trends.
Provides clear, data-driven insights to the Director of Human Resources to support decision-making.
Works closely with the HR Director and leadership team on HR strategies, special projects, and organizational development initiatives.
Provides back-up to Administrative Assistant as needed.
Other duties as assigned.