Human Resource Generalist

Guardian Angel Settlement Association•Saint Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is a key member of Guardian Angel’s Operations team. This role is responsible for administering and supporting the agency’s human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, employee relations, compliance, HR reporting, payroll support, and employee engagement. The HR Generalist partners with leadership to ensure HR systems are efficient, compliant, and aligned with Guardian Angel’s mission and organizational goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
3–5 years of HR experience, including recruiting and employee relations
Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
Experience with HRIS, payroll, and applicant tracking systems (Paycor, Salesforce, or similar)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Asana
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit or human services experience preferred

Responsibilities

Recruitment & Workforce Planning Coordinate job postings and recruitment strategies
Prescreen applicants, schedule and facilitate interviews
Maintain timely candidate communications
Deliver informed hiring recommendations
Process employment verifications and background checks confidentially
Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation, and payroll setup
Ensure completion and compliance of I-9, W-4, FCSR, benefits forms, and required acknowledgements
Process employee changes, resignations, terminations, and leaves
Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files
Conduct exit interviews and track turnover trends
Coordinate 30-day employee check-ins and follow-up actions
Compliance & Reporting Conduct regular audits of employee files and I-9 documentation
Ensure compliance with EEO, ADA, FMLA, and other employment regulations
Maintain HRIS and applicant tracking systems
Track and report monthly workforce metrics (hiring, turnover, training, compliance)
Prepare HR reports for leadership and board review
Maintain accurate employee rosters Employee Relations & Engagement
Provide HR guidance and support to supervisors and employees
Support performance management and corrective action documentation
Assist with benefits administration and enrollment
Draft and distribute internal HR communications
Develop staff surveys and engagement initiatives
Support employee recognition, morale, and retention programs
Assist with agency-wide meetings, trainings, and events
Serve as liaison in establishing and leading an employee board
Payroll Support Assist in processing bi-weekly payroll
Serve as designated payroll backup as needed