HR Generalist

Position Overview 

The HR Generalist supports the mission and operations of Healthy Start, Inc. by ensuring compliance with federal and state labor and employment laws, supporting employee recruitment and retention efforts, coordinating training and staff development initiatives, and assisting with overall employee engagement activities. 

The successful candidate will prioritize employee support, maintain compliance, and execute HR processes in alignment with organizational goals and leadership direction. The HR Generalist will support the implementation of projects, tasks, and initiatives that strengthen the Healthy Start workforce and ensure that personnel matters are handled with discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism. 

This position reports directly to the Human Resources Manager and works in close collaboration to support the execution of HR strategy, ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintain consistency across HR functions. 

In addition, this role supports the coordination, development, and facilitation of onboarding and training initiatives to promote consistent and engaging employee experience across the organization. 

The person in this role has a deep commitment to the work of Healthy Start, is equity focused, and embraces how the organization’s mission drives staffing decisions. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

Recruiting 

• Support recruitment efforts to ensure open positions are filled within established timelines  

• Assist in the development and posting of job descriptions  

• Support candidate sourcing efforts  

• Coordinate candidate communication and interview scheduling when needed 

• Assist in developing pre-screening questions and recruitment plans  

• Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Manager to support recruitment processes  

Onboarding 

• Ensure a consistent and comprehensive new employee onboarding process  

• Complete and file all payroll documents  

• Review relevant company hiring and HR policies  

• Resolve issues that may arise during the hiring phase for new employees  

• Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation sessions  

• Support ongoing improvements to onboarding materials and processes  

Record Maintenance 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records  

• Ensure timely updates of records for employees and management  

• Process payroll changes and submit required documentation  

• Support employee navigation of HR systems (Paycom)  

Training, Development, Performance and Support 

• Assist in identifying training needs in collaboration with HR Manager and leadership  

• Support development and delivery of training sessions (in-person and virtual)  

• Coordinate training schedules, materials, and logistics  

• Track and report training completion and participation  

• Support implementation of training tools and resources  

• Facilitate onboarding and basic HR training  

• Assist with employee surveys and feedback initiatives  

Employee Relations 

• Serve as a point of contact for HR-related questions, concerns, and feedback; escalate as appropriate  

• Support employee engagement initiatives and programs  

• Assist with conflict resolution and documentation  

• Support investigations and ensure proper documentation and communication  

• Assist with exit interviews and feedback collection  

Special Assignments 

• Support HR Manager and leadership with additional projects and initiatives as needed  

Education and Experience Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field required  

• 3–5+ years of HR experience required  

• Experience supporting onboarding, training, or employee development preferred  

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements 

• Strong understanding of HR procedures, policies, and compliance requirements  

• Experience with HRIS systems (Paycom preferred)  

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment  

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills  

• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite  

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment  

• Ability to facilitate training sessions and engage diverse audiences  

Physical Demands 

This position is hybrid; the HR Generalist is expected to work no less than 24 hours per week in-office. 

• Primarily office-based work with occasional physical activity  

• Requires focus, responsiveness, and ability to manage multiple priorities  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.