Human Resources Generalist

Red River Human Services Foundation•Fargo, ND

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Red River Human Services is seeking an energetic, people-focused, self-motivated, organized Human Resources Generalist. This role supports the organization’s day-to-day HR operations across multiple locations, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee records, compliance, and staff support. The position serves as a resource for employee HR questions, coordinates background checks, MVRs, terminations, evaluations, and investigations, and assists with developing and maintaining HR policies and procedures. The HR Generalist also supports benefits enrollment and vendor relationships, participates in professional development, and provides organizational support through Board and committee meetings, special events, meeting preparation, and other administrative responsibilities. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, professional, and committed to providing responsive and positive service to employees, leadership, and external partners.

Requirements

Associate degree is required.
2+ years of HR experience (generalist, coordinator, or similar) is required.
Working knowledge of HR best practices, recruitment, and basic employment law (as applicable to North Dakota and Minnesota).
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to accuracy and confidentiality in handling HR and employee data.
Proficiency with HRIS and benefits systems (e.g., Bamboo, Employee Navigator, Blue Cross Blue Shield portals, WEX, LEAP) and Microsoft 365/Teams.
Ability to build effective working relationships with staff, supervisors, external vendors, and Board members.
Must maintain a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Nice To Haves

Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
SHRM Certification highly preferred.
Experience with benefits administration, recruitment, and HRIS systems strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Supports the organization’s day-to-day HR operations across multiple locations, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee records, compliance, and staff support.
Serves as a resource for employee HR questions.
Coordinates background checks, MVRs, terminations, evaluations, and investigations.
Assists with developing and maintaining HR policies and procedures.
Supports benefits enrollment and vendor relationships.
Participates in professional development.
Provides organizational support through Board and committee meetings, special events, meeting preparation, and other administrative responsibilities.