Human Resources Generalist
About The Position
The Human Resources Generalist supports a positive and supportive employee experience across Grow Public Schools. Serving as a trusted resource for employees and supervisors, the role provides responsive, knowledgeable, and compassionate HR support and ensures programs and practices are administered effectively, consistently, and in compliance with applicable laws. The Generalist works independently and collaboratively with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to improve HR services, strengthen employee trust, and foster a workplace where employees feel valued and supported. The position administers employee leave and benefits, supports employee relations, monitors HR compliance and operations, and contributes to HR projects and continuous improvement. It also assists with talent acquisition and supports onboarding experiences led by the Talent team. This is a year-round, salaried, exempt position reporting to the Assistant Director of Human Resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
- At least three years of progressively responsible administrative or human resources experience.
- Working knowledge of federal and California employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
- Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to responsive, professional, employee-centered service.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to explain complex HR policies and procedures clearly.
- Sound judgment, confidentiality, and professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive employee matters.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with employees, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to research issues, evaluate information, and recommend practical solutions.
- Proficiency with HR information systems, databases, and standard office technology.
- Adaptability, a continuous improvement mindset, and willingness to learn and implement new systems and processes.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in an educational, nonprofit, or similarly regulated environment.
- Experience administering employee benefits, leaves of absence, or other HR compliance functions.
- Experience with independent responsibility for HR functions.
Responsibilities
- Administer employee leaves of absence in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and pregnancy-related leave and accommodation requirements.
- Coordinate benefits administration, including open enrollment, eligibility changes, employee communications, carrier coordination, and payroll deduction audits.
- Liaise with employees, benefits providers, third-party administrators, and brokers to resolve benefits questions and issues.
- Coordinate workers' compensation claims, facilitate stakeholder communication, and support return-to-work and workplace accommodation processes.
- Monitor workers' compensation trends and collaborate with teams on injury prevention and process improvements.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and supervisors, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, benefits, and employment matters.
- Support HR leadership with employee relations matters, including performance concerns, disciplinary actions, workplace investigations, and separations.
- Promote consistent application of HR policies and practices while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment.
- Collaborate with supervisors and HR leadership to identify and address employee needs and improve the employee experience.
- Monitor changes to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, research their implications, and support compliant policies and practices.
- Review HR policies, procedures, and documentation for compliance, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
- Coordinate employee changes affecting payroll, including new hires, compensation adjustments, leaves, credential changes, and separations.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, HR data, and documentation for compliance, reporting, audits, and charter oversight.
- Support accuracy and integrity of employee information across HR information systems.
- Collaborate with HR leadership and cross-functional teams on policy development, process improvement, HR technology, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes, improve employee services, and strengthen HR systems and practices.
- Develop and maintain HR resources, procedures, and communications to support consistent implementation of HR programs.
- Assist in the Talent Acquisition process and support Talent-led onboarding experiences.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
