HR Generalist

Paycom - ATS; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthy Start, Inc. seeks a dedicated HR Generalist to support recruiting, onboarding, training, and employee relations across the organization.

You will ensure compliance with labor laws, maintain accurate records, and partner with leadership to execute HR initiatives in a hybrid work environment. The role requires a bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field and 3–5+ years of HR experience, with proficiency in HRIS (Paycom preferred) and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field.
• 3–5+ years HR experience.
• Experience onboarding, training, or employee development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting: Support recruitment and posting of job descriptions; coordinate candidate communication and scheduling.
• Onboarding: Ensure a consistent onboarding process and deliver orientation sessions; maintain payroll documents.
• Record maintenance: Keep accurate employee records and update records for changes.
• Training and development: Assist with training needs, plan and deliver sessions, track completion.
• Employee relations: Serve as a point of contact, support engagement initiatives, and assist with investigations.

Skills

HR policies

Communication

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

MS Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Paycom HRIS

Job description

The mission of Healthy Start is to improve maternal and child health and to reducepoor birth outcomes and infant mortality.Position OverviewThe HR Generalist supports the mission and operations of Healthy Start, Inc. by ensuring compliance with federal and state labor and employment laws, supporting employee recruitment and retention efforts, coordinating training and staff development initiatives, and assisting with overall employee engagement activities.The successful candidate will prioritize employee support, maintain compliance, and execute HR processes in alignment with organizational goals and leadership direction. The HR Generalist will support the implementation of projects, tasks, and initiatives that strengthen the Healthy Start workforce and ensure that personnel matters are handled with discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism.This position reports directly to the Human Resources Director and works in close collaboration to support the execution of HR strategy, ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintain consistency across HR functions. In addition, this role supports the coordination, development, and facilitation of onboarding and training initiatives to promote a consistent and engaging employee experience across the organization.The person in this role has a deep commitment to the work of Healthy Start, is equity focused, and embraces how the organization’s mission drives staffing decisions.Duties and ResponsibilitiesRecruitingSupport recruitment efforts to ensure open positions are filled within established timelinesAssist in the development and posting of job descriptionsSupport candidate sourcing effortsCoordinate candidate communication and interview scheduling when neededAssist in developing pre-screening questions and recruitment plansCollaborate with hiring managers, HR Director and executive team to support recruitment processesOnboardingEnsure a consistent and comprehensive new employee onboarding processComplete and file all payroll documentsReview relevant company hiring and HR policiesResolve issues that may arise during the hiring phase for new employeesCoordinate and facilitate new hire orientation sessionsSupport ongoing improvements to onboarding materials and processesRecord MaintenanceMaintain accurate and up-to-date employee recordsEnsure timely updates of records for employees and managementProcess payroll changes and submit required documentationSupport employee navigation of HR systems (Paycom)Training, Development, Performance and SupportAssist in identifying training needs in collaboration with HR Director and leadershipSupport development and delivery of training sessions (in-person and virtual)Coordinate training schedules, materials, and logisticsTrack and report training completion and participationSupport implementation of training tools and resourcesFacilitate onboarding and basic HR trainingAssist with employee surveys and feedback initiativesEmployee RelationsServe as a point of contact for HR-related questions, concerns, and feedback; escalate as appropriateSupport employee engagement initiatives and programsAssist with conflict resolution and documentationSupport investigations and ensure proper documentation and communicationAssist with exit interviews and feedback collectionSpecial AssignmentsSupport HR Director and leadership with additional projects and initiatives as neededEducation and Experience RequirementsBachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field required3–5+ years of HR experience requiredExperience supporting onboarding, training, or employee development preferredQualifications, Skills and Knowledge RequirementsStrong understanding of HR procedures, policies, and compliance requirementsExperience with HRIS systems (Paycom preferred)Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational and problem-solving skillsAbility to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levelsProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgmentAbility to facilitate training sessions and engage diverse audiencesPhysical DemandsThis position is hybrid; the HR Generalist is expected to work no less than 24 hours per week in-office.Primarily office-based work with occasional physical activityRequires focus, responsiveness, and ability to manage multiple prioritiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Compensation$60,000 – $68,000 commensurate with experienceFLSA Status: ExemptReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.