Human Resources Generalist
About The Position
The Human Resources Generalist is a broad, hands-on HR role supporting employees and leaders throughout the YMCA. The position helps create a strong employee experience and keeps essential HR processes running smoothly across HRIS administration, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, compliance, and day-to-day Human Resources needs. The Generalist supports employees and managers, maintains accurate employee records, answers questions, and helps resolve workplace concerns. The role offers exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources and direct interaction with employees and leaders across the organization. It is part of a collaborative environment focused on improving the employee experience and the HR processes that support the YMCA's mission.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
- Experience working with HCM/HRIS systems.
- Knowledge of applicable employment laws and Human Resources practices, including talent management, recruitment and selection, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training and development, and performance management.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees and leaders throughout the organization.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
- Strong computer proficiency, including Google and Microsoft Office products.
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of experience as a Human Resources professional is strongly preferred.
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now.
- Previous experience with nonprofit or volunteer organizations.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day Human Resources operations and provide responsive guidance and assistance to employees and leaders across the organization.
- Administer HR policies, procedures, and programs while helping ensure consistent practices throughout the YMCA.
- Assist with HRIS administration, including employee data management, personnel records, reporting, system functionality, and user training.
- Facilitate hiring and onboarding processes, maintain employee information within the HRIS, and help deliver new employee orientation.
- Support recruitment efforts for exempt and nonexempt positions and other talent acquisition initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records and support required compliance reviews and audits.
- Support employee relations efforts, including workplace investigations, employee relations counseling, engagement initiatives, exit interviews, and resolution of other employee concerns.
- Assist with benefits, employee communications, employment verifications, unemployment documentation, and other HR programs and processes.
- Partner with employees and leaders to answer questions, resolve concerns, and help foster a positive and engaging workplace.
- Help maintain and improve HR processes, employee communication tools, job descriptions, reporting, and other staff support systems.
- Participate in organizational meetings, training, special events, and other initiatives that support employees and the YMCA's mission.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Six paid holidays throughout the year.
- Retirement planning benefit (details not specified).
- Supplemental insurance benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
