HR Generalist

Description

A Safe Place is searching for our next HR Generalist! We are a mission-driven organization, and this role will be the main point of contact to provide support for our staff of 80 employees. We are looking for an experienced HR professional who is a self-starter and has strong knowledge of HR compliance, policies, and procedures.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the HR Generalist will be a department of one supporting a variety of HR functions including: employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, performance management, benefits administration, and offboarding. This role will be the main point of contact for employees and managers and ensure HR practices are aligned with employment law and organizations policies. The HR Generalist will work to promote a positive and productive workplace culture.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist will support the following areas: employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, performance management, benefits administration, and offboarding. They will ensure HR policies and procedures are compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws, recruit for open positions, conduct investigations, support the performance review process, administer employee benefit programs, coordinate training programs, manage the employee separation process, and conduct exit interviews.

Job Location

Zion, IL

Hours

40 hours per week

Compensation

$65,000-$70,000

Benefits

• Medical including BCBS PPO
• Dental and Vision insurance
• HSA and FSA
• Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance and AD&D
• 401(K) plan
• 3 weeks of vacation and 12 sick days
• 2 floating holidays and 1 birthday PTO day
• 8 paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2+ years’ experience as a HR Generalist
• Previous HR Generalist experience at a nonprofit a plus
• HR Certification (SHRM-CP or PHR) preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HR principles and employment laws
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in a fast-paced or multi-site environment