Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist plays a vital role in advancing the mission of our organization by delivering comprehensive HR services that support employee growth, engagement, and satisfaction. This position partners closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and managers to strengthen organizational culture, drive performance, and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include recruitment, onboarding, training and development, benefits of administration, workers' compensation management, performance management, payroll support, labor relations, and regulatory reporting. The ideal candidate is self-directed, highly positive, collaborative, and effective in both daily HR operations and strategic people initiatives.

Position Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage full-cycle recruitment including job postings, screening, interviewing, and hiring.
• Coordinate and deliver new employee orientation to support engagement, retention, and mission alignment.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel files.

Training, Development & Employee Growth

• Design, develop, and present training programs that support professional development, compliance, and organizational goals.
• Partner with ELT and managers to identify workforce development needs and drive employee growth opportunities.
• Support succession planning and internal talent development initiatives.
• Delegate to and mentor HR interns, fostering professional growth and skill development.

Benefits & Compensation

• Administer employee benefits programs including health insurance, leave, and retirement plans.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees regarding benefits and leaves of absences.
• Support payroll processing through preparation and submission of payroll change forms.

Performance Management & Employee Relations

• Coach managers in effective performance management, including evaluations, feedback, corrective actions, and development planning.
• Ensure consistent application of established HR policies and procedures.
• Partner with leadership to proactively address employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Represent the HR team with professionalism, positivity, and a solution-focused approach.

Labor Relations

• Work collaboratively in a unionized environment to support positive labor-management relationships.
• Assist with interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements.
• Support grievance processes and promote fair, respectful workplace practices.

Workers' Compensation & Risk Management

• Manage workers' compensation claims and coordinate with insurance providers and supervisors.
• Ensure timely reporting, documentation, and follow-up.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit required government reports and compliance documentation.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews.

General HR Operations

• Maintain HRIS systems and employee records with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and updating HR policies and procedures.
• Balance daily HR tasks with longer-term organizational initiatives.

Benefits of working with us include:

• 6.15 hours of PTO accrued each pay period, prorated for part-time (160 hours of PTO your first year)
  • 11 Floating holidays per year (Prorated based on hire date)
• Medica Health Insurance with 8 options including traditional and high-deductible options.
  • Clear Value from $7-103, Park Nicollet Health Partners and Vantage Plus from $48-150, Passport plan from $170-291
• Employer-paid Dental and Life Insurance for employees
• Flex Spending and Health Savings Account
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plan- with 1.5% employer contribution offered between 6 & 12 months of employment)
• Referral Bonus Program

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience), Minimum of 3 years of progressive HR experience with a degree and 5+ years without a degree, preferably in a nonprofit, housing, or human services environment.

Technical Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with strong computer and technology capabilities.
• Ability to draft letters, policies, performance plans and other professional correspondence.
• Proven ability to drive employee growth, engagement, and satisfaction in partnership with ELT and managers.
• Demonstrated experience coaching managers on performance management and policy implementation.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, benefits administration, workers' compensation, and compliance.
• Ability to work independently while remaining highly collaborative.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Exceptionally positive attitude and ability to serve as a trusted ambassador for the HR team.

Other Requirements:

• Must provide excellent professional references.
• Commitment to Agate Housing and Services' values and mission of ending homelessness and relieving hunger through action and advocacy.
• Commitment to working towards an anti-racist culture both within Agate Housing and Services and the broader community.
• Hold the belief that every household can achieve housing stability.
• Commitment to harm reduction and housing first philosophies.
• Ability to work respectfully with clients, coworkers, and key stakeholders who are diverse with respect to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and religion.
• Ability to meet expectations regarding paperwork and documentation through organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently and accurately, competency and comfort using technology and computers.