Human Resources Generalist

About the Role

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester is seeking a thoughtful, organized, and people-focused Human Resources Generalist to help shape an employee experience that reflects our mission and values. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role serves as a trusted partner to employees, managers, and leadership, supporting hiring, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, engagement, compliance, and HR operations.

Why Join Us?

At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester, HR is more than policies and paperwork—it’s about creating the conditions for great people to do meaningful work. In this role, you will help strengthen a team that supports youth, families, and the Manchester community every day.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming candidate and new-hire experience by coordinating job postings, screening, interviews, reference checks, offers, and orientation.
• Keep benefits administration running smoothly, including enrollments, changes, vendor coordination, and clear employee communication.
• Support recognition, engagement, and culture-building initiatives that help employees feel valued and connected to the Club’s mission.
• Serve as a trusted HR resource for managers and employees by providing practical guidance on policies, employee relations, and employment-related requirements.
• Help coordinate performance management processes, including review cycles, timelines, documentation, and performance expectations.
• Administer employee leave and workers’ compensation programs with accuracy, compassion, and confidentiality.
• Run the biweekly payroll.
• Provide timely, accurate, and confidential HR support to the CEO, Finance Director, Operations Director, board, and staff.
• Stay current on HR best practices, employment laws, and regulatory requirements to ensure consistent, compliant, and people-centered practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or another professional HR certification is highly preferred.
• At least five years of progressive HR generalist or HR management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to build trust with employees, managers, executive leadership, board members, and community stakeholders.
• Strong judgment, discretion, organization, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Comfort using HRIS systems, applicant tracking tools, benefits platforms, payroll software, and Microsoft Office Suite.