Senior Human Resources Generalist

About the role

Project Renewal is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to building supportive communities where people can achieve dignity and independence through holistic care in health, homes, and jobs.

Responsibilities

• Serves as an HR partner to a portfolio of sites and programs, aligning people practices with organizational growth and PRI priorities.
• Works closely with the HR supervisor and leadership to implement HR strategies that support agency goals and workforce needs.
• Maintains regular on-site presence (2–3 times per week) to support leaders and staff and strengthen HR visibility.
• PARTNERS WITH SITE LEADERSHIP TO IMPROVE PEOPLE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE.
• ANALYZES WORKFORCE TRENDS AND ESCALATES INSIGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO HR LEADERSHIP.
• LEADS EMPLOYEE RELATIONS MATTERS ACROSS ASSIGNED SITES, INCLUDING COMPLAINTS, CONFLICT, PERFORMANCE ISSUES, AND POLICY VIOLATIONS.
• CONDUCTS INVESTIGATIONS AND PARTNER WITH HR LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISOR ON COMPLEX OR HIGH-RISK MATTERS.
• ADVISES MANAGERS ON CORRECTIVE ACTION, PIPs, TERMINATIONS, DOCUMENTATION, AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT.
• PROACTIVELY ADDRESSES RECURRING ISSUES AND ENSURES CONSISTENT APPLICATION OF HR STANDARDS.
• SUPPORTS AND TRACKS PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT PROCESSES AND FOLLOW-THROUGH.
• PARTNERS WITH HIRING MANAGERS TO SUPPORT RECRUITMENT AND STAFFING ALIGNED WITH ORGANIZATIONAL PRIORITIES.
• PROVIDES GUIDANCE ON RECRUITMENT PROCESSES AND CANDIDATE SELECTION.
• SUPPORTS ONBOARDING, BACKGROUND CHECKS, AND COMPLETION OF NEW HIRE DOCUMENTATION.
• CONDUCTS NEW EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION ON A ROTATING SCHEDULE.
• SUPPORTS STAFFING CHANGES, INCLUDING PROMOTIONS, TRANSFERS, AND SEPARATIONS.
• MANTAINS ACCURATE AND TIMELY HRIS DATA FOR ALL EMPLOYEE LIFECYCLE CHANGES; CONDUCTS ROUTINE AUDITS TO ENSURE DATA QUALITY AND INTEGRITY.
• SUPPORTS LEAVE ADMINISTRATION, INCLUDING FMLA, PFL, DISABILITY, WORKERS’ COMPENSATION, AND OTHER LEAVES.
• ENSURES COMPLIANCE WITH EMPLOYMENT LAWS, INTERNAL POLICIES, AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.
• RESPONDS TO EMPLOYEE HR INQUIRIES AND ESCALATES TRENDS, RISKS, OR SYSTEMIC ISSUES AS APPROPRIATE.
• SUPPORTS EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT, TRAINING, AND DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES ALIGNED WITH AGENCY PRIORITIES.
• COLLABORATES WITH THE HR SUPERVISOR AND LEADERSHIP ON HR INITIATIVES, IMPROVEMENTS, AND PROJECTS.
• ADMINSTRATES TUITION REIMBURSEMENT AND EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAMS.
• PERFORMS OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred.
• 3–6 years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated responsibility in employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, HR operations, and policy application.
• Experience supporting multiple sites, programs, or departments preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience in social services, healthcare, housing, nonprofit, or other mission-driven environments preferred; familiarity with DHS, OMH, OASAS, and FQHCs a plus.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred, not required.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms (Dayforce or similar).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and relationship-building skills at all levels.
• Sound judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters appropriately.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, documentation, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, field-based environment.

Benefits

Project Renewal offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000 annually.

Schedule

Hybrid (2-3 days off site).