Human Resources Generalist

Join a national organization committed to advancing a movement to race equity and health justice.  

Community Catalyst is a leading non-profit national health advocacy organization dedicated to advancing a movement for health equity and justice. We partner with local, state and national advocates to leverage and build power so all people can influence decisions that affect their health. Health systems will not be accountable to people without a fully engaged and organized community voice. That’s why we work every day to ensure people’s interests are represented wherever important decisions about health and health care are made: in communities, state houses and on Capitol Hill. Learn more about our vision for the future in our five-year strategic plan. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Your role as an HR Generalist will be far from one-dimensional. You’ll undertake a wide range of HR tasks, like organizing trainings, administering employee benefits and leaves and crafting HR policies. You will use Human Resources Information Systems to ensure all employee records are up-to-date and confidential. And you’ll also act as the main point of contact for employees’ queries on HR-related topics.  The goal is to ensure the HR department’s operations will be running smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization as a whole. 

This position is classified as confidential status.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Partner with Hiring Managers on full-cycle recruitment initiatives. Manage the Talent Acquisition activities such as scheduling and conducting phone screenings and preparing onboarding paperwork for an average of 15 job requisitions 
• Ensures HR actions are processed equitably, timely and accurately (i.e., new-hire, transfers, promotions, and terminations)
• Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting policies and helping resolve work-related problems.
• Tracks program compliance and administration of (i.e., FMLA, LOA,)
• Recommends improvements from analysis of HR metrics and / or observation of HR processes in conjunction with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging strategy.
• Coordinates and / or deliver New Hire Orientation
• Facilitates onboarding, compliance training, HR policies and procedures communication, and management development training
• Act as liaison between employees and insurance providers and resolves benefits-related issues
• Research, resolves, or escalates issues related to payroll, vacation, leave, and / or benefits
• Answers employee and management questions regarding HR Policies
• Tracks HR Metrics (i.e., exit interviews, service levels– Payroll / HR administration, sick bank accruals)
• Act as back up in processing semi-monthly payroll
• Help with set-up and reporting with State Tax filing
• Analyze payroll data, identify trends and recommend solutions
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage and hour laws and best practices
• Understand NetSuite HR Suite People System and how it integrates with Finance

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum of five years of Human Resources experience, particularly related to
• recruiting, hiring, benefits/payroll and employee relations. Bachelor’s degree (preferred) 
• Experience centering anti-racism and applying a DEIB lens to HR systems,
• processes/procedures/policies
• Experience using payroll and/or HRIS systems 
• Detail oriented, strong organizational skills 
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) 
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team 
• Strong knowledge of HR policies and procedures
• Understanding of HR best practices and current regulations across the nation
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills
• Customer-focused, with high level of compassion and discretion
• Ability to monitor deadlines and act with timeliness when applicable
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills 
• Ability to work in a changing, fast-paced environment  

BENEFITS & SALARY

• Salary Range: $65,000- $75,000
• Generous paid time-off policy
• Robust benefits package
• Location: Flexible, can be based anywhere with the USA. If the employee is not based on the East Coast, flexibility in supporting different time zones may be required.

Applicants should submit a resume with a one page cover letter briefly summarizing their interest in and qualifications for the position to: jobs@communitycatalyst.org. Please put “Human Resources Generalist” in the subject line.

Community Catalyst is strongly committed to building a work environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. We strive to make employment decisions that support inclusion to maintain a work atmosphere that is diverse, equitable and promotes family-friendly practices and work-life benefits so that people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

We do not discriminate in hiring based on age, color, ethnicity, race, national origin, primary language, religion, socio-economic status, family status, mental and physical disabilities, veteran status, gender identity characteristics and/or expression, sex, medical condition, sexual orientation or any other classification that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

Through all of our programs, Community Catalyst works to build a better future for all individuals by advancing health equity, focusing on people of color, immigrants, as well as disability, gender, sexual identity and socio-economic status.   It is important for our staff to reflect the diverse communities with which we work. People of color, LGBTQ identified people, gender-nonconforming people, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English are encouraged to apply.