HR Generalist

YMCA of the USA; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee seeks an Human Resources Generalist to lead recruiting and talent acquisition, developing sourcing strategies and pipelines while partnering with hiring managers to attract qualified candidates. The role supports broader HR functions including employee relations, benefits administration, and staff development initiatives with a strong commitment to confidentiality.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field (or equivalent experience) and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, or sourcing experience; nonprofit experience preferred
• PHR or SHRM certification preferred but not required
• Experience using job boards, applicant tracking systems, and recruiting platforms preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting and talent acquisition efforts by developing sourcing strategies and building candidate pipelines.
• Partner with hiring managers to attract and hire qualified candidates.
• Support broader HR functions, including employee relations, benefits administration, and staff development.
• Maintain a positive employee experience and uphold confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job boards platforms

Recruiting platforms

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for leading recruiting and talent acquisition efforts for the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee by developing sourcing strategies, building candidate pipelines, and partnering with hiring managers to attract and hire qualified candidates. In addition to managing the recruitment process, this role supports broader Human Resources functions as needed, including employee relations, benefits administration, and staff development initiatives, while ensuring a positive employee experience and maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience

1-3 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, or sourcing experience; nonprofit experience preferred

PHR Or SHRM Certification Preferred But Not Required

Experience using job boards, applicant tracking systems, and recruiting platforms preferred

Professional Expectations

• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Maintains discretion and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proactive, flexible, and willing to assist with time-sensitive HR matters
• Demonstrates a service-oriented approach consistent with YMCA values