Human Resources Generalist

Landon School • Bethesda, MD

43d • Onsite

About The Position

Landon School seeks an organized, detail-oriented, and service-focused Human Resources Generalist to support a broad range of daily HR operations including payroll, employee benefits, employee records management, onboarding/offboarding, background screenings, and more. Reporting to and working closely with the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist serves as a key member of the Business Office team, ensuring efficient and compliant HR operations while serving as a trusted resource for employees regarding HR matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in human resources, payroll, benefits administration, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and employment regulations.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an independent school, educational institution, or nonprofit organization.
• Experience using Paylocity
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or related certification.
• Knowledge of Federal and Maryland employment law and independent school HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process semi-monthly payrolls for all employees through Paylocity.
• Review payroll data for accuracy, including salary adjustments, stipends, overtime, leave balances, and deductions.
• Reconcile payroll reports and coordinate with the Finance Office, including preparing journal entries.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and ACA reporting.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Administer employee benefit programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, employee housing, tuition remission, and other school sponsored benefits.
• Serve as primary contact for employee benefits questions.
• Ensure timely processing and recording of benefit invoices.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment periods and process changes after qualifying events.
• Coordinate COBRA administration and employee leave-related benefits.
• Work closely with benefits brokers and third-party administrators reconciling invoices, conducting plan audits, and ensuring federal and state regulations are adhered to.
• Maintain employee personnel files (electronic and physical) and HR records in accordance with applicable laws and school policies.
• Maintain compliance with FMLA, ADA, COBRA, FLSA, HIPAA, ERISA, and other employment regulations.
• Work closely with the Director of Human Resources and the CFO with annual budgeting, compensation reviews, and producing related employment agreements.
• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding processes including coordinating the school’s multistep pre-employment screening processes
• Coordinate required HR reporting and surveys, including NAIS and other independent school benchmarking surveys.
• Prepare reports and analytics for school leadership as requested.
• Support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process by developing job descriptions and job announcements, advertising positions, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates as needed.
• Help equip hiring managers with the knowledge and tools to recruit while following federal, state and local employment laws.
• Support Business Office audit preparation and provide HR-related documentation.
• Assist with Human Resources related invoices and accounting entries.
• Assist with special projects within the Business Office and Human Resources Department.
• Coordinate employee recognition, wellness, and engagement initiatives.
• Support employee training programs.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, responsiveness, and service.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• A retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Generous amount of paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability protection
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Complimentary daily lunch on campus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level