HR Generalist

Protingent; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent is seeking an HR Generalist to support contract and temporary employees from onboarding through offboarding.

The role serves as a key HR resource at client locations and collaborates with recruiters, account managers, clients, and internal teams to address payroll, benefits, policies, and HR matters.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years HR Generalist or related experience.
• Staffing agency/contract workforce experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR practices and employment laws.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.
• PHR, SHRM-CP or similar certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR contact for employees on assignment, addressing questions regarding policies, payroll, benefits, PTO, and general HR matters.
• Support employee onboarding, orientation, assignment transitions, and offboarding.
• Conduct regular employee check-ins and support employee engagement and retention.
• Partner with Recruiters, Account Managers, and client contacts on employee performance and attendance.
• Support employee relations issues, including performance concerns and separations.
• Assist with benefits administration, PTO, leave tracking, and payroll questions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Assist with HR policies, procedures, communications, and other HR initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and client information.

Skills

HRIS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Empathy

Multitasking

Onboarding

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: HR Generalist

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract HR Generalist opportunity.

Job Description

• We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist to support our contract and temporary employees throughout their employment lifecycle—from onboarding through offboarding.
• This role serves as a key HR resource for employees working at client locations and partners closely with Recruiters, Account Managers, clients, and internal teams.
• The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced staffing environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR contact for employees on assignment, addressing questions regarding policies, payroll, benefits, PTO, and general HR matters.
• Support employee onboarding, orientation, assignment transitions, and offboarding.
• Conduct regular employee check-ins and support employee engagement and retention.
• Partner with Recruiters, Account Managers, and client contacts on employee performance, attendance, workplace concerns, and assignment matters.
• Support employee relations issues, including performance concerns and employment separations.
• Assist with benefits administration, PTO, leave tracking, and payroll-related questions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Assist with HR policies, procedures, employee communications, and other HR initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and client information.

Job Qualifications

• 2-3 years of HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, Employee Relations, or related experience.
• Staffing agency, recruiting, contract workforce, or field employee experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR practices and employment laws.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable handling sensitive employee matters with professionalism and empathy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar certification preferred but not required.

Job Details

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Bellevue, WA (Hybrid).
• Pay Rate: $32.50-$36/hour.

About Protingent

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.