Human Resources Generalist

About the role

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is an integral part of the Human Resources function at Interfaith Works (IW). This person has knowledge of all HR functions and is the point person for payroll processing and employee benefits including retirement plans and health benefits. This position has no direct reports and offers a hybrid work arrangement after 60 days, with a salary range of $73,000 - $76,000 annually.

Responsibilities

• Administer all of IW's employee benefits, including 403b, and Open Enrollment for medical and supplemental benefits.
• Monitor and approve employee leave requests in iSolved, IW's HRIS system.
• Administer FMLA and ADA processes, reviewing and approving leave and accommodation requests while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws.
• Track Workers' Compensation claims, keeping the Director abreast of new claims and subsequent hearings, following up with employee's post-incident to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Support the yearly performance review process by opening and closing performance reviews, sending reminders to managers and supervisors, and assessing performance review data.
• Administer employee engagement surveys and analyze the data to assess organizational trends.
• Serve as the primary payroll administrator, processing the biweekly payroll.
• Work in collaboration with the Chief of Staff to maintain the organization's liability insurance.
• Serve as a resource and support to IW employees, fielding HR calls and answering HR-related questions employees may have.
• Monitor the shared HR email inbox with the Human Resources Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

Education And Experience

A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, or a related field, with at least three years of Human Resources experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, and SHRM or PHR certification is also a plus.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

Interfaith Works offers a comprehensive benefits package for its employees, including 14 paid holidays and 21 days of PTO. Full-time employees have access to subsidized medical, dental, and vision costs for employees and their families, as well as employer-paid long-term disability insurance, life, and AD&D insurance. Employees can also purchase supplemental benefits, and all employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost.