HR Generalist

Hennepin Arts; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Hennepin Arts seeks a full-time HR Generalist reporting to the AVP of Human Resources to implement programs and policies that foster a productive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. You will handle recruiting, onboarding, HR policy administration, payroll support, and DEIAB initiatives across the employee lifecycle, partnering with managers to drive organizational effectiveness.

A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 3–5 years HR experience are required; SHRM certification is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Proven track record as an HR generalist with DEI integration.
• Strong coaching, recruitment, and employee relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates hiring of qualified applicants; collaborates with managers on required skills.
• Ensure diverse slate of candidates and guide interview panels.
• Facilitate onboarding and ensure new employees are successfully integrated.
• Administer HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave, performance, and development.
• Coach managers on performance, recognition, and, when needed, disciplinary actions.
• Maintain training records and ensure policy compliance.
• Support Payroll and Benefits during peak periods.
• Drive DEIAB integration across HR processes and programs.

Skills

HR Generalist

DEI Integration

Employee Relations

Coaching

Recruitment

Policy & Compliance

Communication Skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Description

Reports to: Associate Vice President of Human Resources

Status: Full-time, Salaried (Exempt)

Rate of Pay: $62,000 - $72,000

About Hennepin Arts

Hennepin Arts powers a thriving arts community - rooted in Minneapolis, with impact across Minnesota - through unforgettable experiences, preserving history, expanding opportunity, and inspiring connection through the power of performance. We bring people together through powerful performances and educational programs. Our work preserving historic theatres and activating the District honors the past and shapes the future of Minnesota.

At Hennepin Arts, we believe identity should never be a barrier to belonging or success. Every person on our staff, on our stages, in our audiences, and in our communities deserves to feel seen, respected, and valued. Inclusion is core to who we are and how we lead. We affirm that diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging (DEIAB) are daily practices that shape how we work, who we serve, and what we stand for.

Position Summary

Reporting to the AVP of HR, the person in this role implements a variety of programs and policies and processes in service of a productive, collaborative and inclusive work environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, facilitates the hiring and onboarding process and assisting the AVP of HR on projects related to diversity, organizational design, organization effectiveness and workforce planning. It is essential that the human resources generalist have a successful track record weaving diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging (DEIAB) into all aspects of the employee life cycle and be able to model leadership and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Recruiting, Interviewing, Hiring, and Onboarding Process

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
• Ensure recruiting processes yield a diverse and qualified slate of candidates
• Guide hiring managers and interview panels through the interviewing and hiring process
• Facilitate the onboarding process, ensuring new employees are successfully brought into the work environment, shortening the time it takes to becoming a productive employee
• As needed, update job descriptions and ask third-party vendors to conduct salary analysis

HR Policies, Compliance, and Employee Relations

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
• Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
• Coach managers on how to encourage employees and manage performance, including employee recognition and, when needed, progressive discipline. Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Revise HR-related policies as needed

Strategic HR-Related Programs and Projects

• Work with AVP of HR and other members of the organization to ensure DEI is woven seamlessly into our processes and programs
• Assist the AVP of HR on work related to organizational design, organization effectiveness and workforce planning
• Model and teach behaviors that contribute to a collaborative, productive, and inclusive work environment

Miscellaneous

• Submit invoices for assigned vendors
• Supports the Payroll and Benefits Manager with Payroll Processing and Annual Open Enrollment
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; three to five years of HR-related experience; proven experience as an HR generalist; or a combination of education and experience
• Successful track record weaving diversity, equity and inclusion into HR programs and processes
• Strong evidence of having worked on becoming an inclusive leader
• Knowledge of employment/labor laws; knowledge of HR policies and procedures
• Effective coaching skills; Experience in recruitment
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Demonstrated skill and comfort in building relationships with diverse groups of people
• Experience working across teams with the spirit of collaboration and partnership
• Excellent judgment and problem solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to operate as strategic thinker
• Flexible and willing to adapt to change
• Detail oriented, with keen analytical skills
• High level of integrity and ability to keep confidential information private and secure
• Skilled at project management, organizational skills, and time management
• Proficient in MS-Office

Desired

• Vendor management
• Facilitation skills
• SHRM certified

Physical Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the assigned and essential functions.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required. All employees are responsible for following applicable Hennepin Theatre Trust policies and procedures as defined by their manager or Employee Handbook.

Hennepin Theatre Trust provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics.