Human Resources Generalist

Harford Bank•Aberdeen, MD

5d•$50,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist supports Harford Bank’s workforce strategy by administering core HR programs, strengthening employment compliance, enhancing the team member experience, and partnering with stakeholders on recruitment, onboarding, benefits, HRIS, and policy administration. Guided by “The Harford Bank Way,” the role reinforces the Bank’s core values through ethical decision-making, responsive service, community-minded leadership, and partnership with team members, managers, customers, and community stakeholders. The position supports HR programs that may include compensation, benefits, leave, employee relations, performance and talent management, recognition, morale, and workplace health and safety. It helps keep HR practices and resources current with best practices, employment laws, regulatory developments, and HR technology, and supports HR strategies aligned with the Bank’s business objectives. The Generalist partners with the Director of Human Resources on recruitment strategies, coordinates candidate screening and interviews, represents the Bank at job fairs and community events, and facilitates new-hire onboarding. The role also processes biweekly payroll, maintains HRIS data, troubleshoots system issues, supports HRIS improvements, administers benefits and open enrollment, responds to team member concerns, and helps maintain employment compliance, policies, handbooks, and documentation. This is a full-time position based at the Aberdeen Office in Aberdeen, Maryland, with negligible travel. The listed salary range is $50,000–$75,000 per year.

Requirements

At least three years of progressive experience in a human resources role.
Strong working knowledge of HR laws, regulations, policies, and compliance practices.
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and consultative communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with sound judgment and discretion.
Proficiency with HRIS or HR software platforms and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Payroll processing experience strongly preferred.
SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Model Harford Bank’s Core Values and Vision in daily work, decisions, and interactions with team members and leaders.
Administer and support HR programs, which may include compensation, benefits, leave, employee relations, performance and talent management, recognition, morale, and workplace health and safety.
Maintain knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, regulatory developments, and HR technology; communicate relevant implications and apply updates to HR policies, practices, and resources.
Support development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with Harford Bank’s business objectives.
Partner with the Director of Human Resources to develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract, assess, and retain qualified talent.
Represent Harford Bank at job fairs and community events to support recruiting visibility and community outreach.
Coordinate candidate interviews, reference checks, and background screening in alignment with hiring standards.
Facilitate new-hire onboarding, including orientation, required documentation, and initial training coordination.
Process biweekly payroll and maintain accurate, current information in the HRIS system.
Troubleshoot Payroll/HRIS system anomalies and work with the vendor to resolve issues.
Assist with HRIS optimization, including workflows, upgrades, and new features.
Administer team member benefits programs, including health insurance and leave programs.
Respond to team member benefits inquiries and resolve or escalate issues to ensure timely service and accurate information.
Coordinate open enrollment activities, benefits communications, and related documentation; enter enrollments throughout the year in vendor portals.
Serve as an initial point of contact for team member inquiries and workplace concerns, escalating matters as appropriate.
Promote a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture.
Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and internal HR standards.
Maintain team member handbooks, HR policies, and related resources for accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
Participate in HR audits and internal reviews to verify adherence to policies, procedures, and documentation requirements.