HR Generalist

CFS; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to provide day-to-day HR support across recruitment, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, compliance, records, performance management, and training.

The role partners with employees, supervisors, and leadership to ensure policy consistency, accurate records, and a positive workplace environment. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Leadership, Administration, or related field is required.
• Minimum of five years of HR experience; HR Generalist experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise employees and supervisors on HR policies, benefits, and employment questions.
• Assist recruitment, posting, screening, interviews, onboarding, and background checks.
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and leave tracking.
• Maintain personnel files, HRIS records, and compliance documentation.
• Handle employee relations matters with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational policies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Leadership

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist provides day-to-day HR support across recruitment, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, compliance, employee records, performance management, and training. This position partners with employees, supervisors, and leadership to ensure consistent application of HR policies, accurate records, regulatory compliance, and a positive workplace environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to employees and supervisors regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and employment-related questions.
• Support recruitment and hiring activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, candidate communication, background checks, and onboarding.
• Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, employee leave tracking, and related employee questions.
• Maintain accurate personnel files, HRIS records, certifications, licenses, and other required employment documentation.
• Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary processes, and separations while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Support compliance with applicable employment laws, organizational policies, licensing requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Coordinate performance review tracking, employee training, professional development, and required training documentation.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, surveys, policy updates, employee communications, and engagement initiatives.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department, including tracking company equipment and preparing expense documentation.
• Maintain current knowledge of HR practices and employment regulations through ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Leadership, Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum of five years of HR experience; HR Generalist experience preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health, social services, or human services preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.