HR GENERALIST

Habitat for Humanity Seattle-King & Kittitas Counties; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Short and long-term disability

401(k) with employer matching

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Habitat for Humanity Seattle-King & Kittitas Counties is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Generalist to support onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance in a nonprofit setting.

You will partner with managers, maintain HRIS (Paycom), coordinate benefits and records, and contribute to retention initiatives while delivering timely, accurate HR support across the Retail and construction sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration or related field.
• Minimum three years of increasing HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws and regulations.
• Experience with HRIS systems and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onboarding for new hires and ensure a positive transition.
• Respond to internal and external HR inquiries and route to the right teams.
• Serve as a point of contact for retail employees on HR questions.
• Support managers with performance reviews and feedback tools.
• Assist with performance improvement plans and training.
• Maintain and audit employee records in HRIS (Paycom).

Skills

Communication skills

HR generalist experience

Knowledge of labor laws

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Are you passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and making a meaningful impact in your community?At Habitat for Humanity of Seattle-King & Kittitas Counties, one of the largest Habitat affiliates in the country, we’re looking for dynamic, solutions-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace challenges, and are dedicated to generating a lasting impact on affordable homeownership in the Puget Sound. Since 1986, we’ve created 1,000 housing solutions for more than 2,600 people and successfully advocated for fair housing policies at the city, county, and state levels. As we set our sights on doubling our impact and serving an additional 2,000 people by 2030, we need the right team members to help us get there.Join us as a Human Resources Generalist, where you’ll be a key partner in empowering our team, optimizing processes, and ensuring our workforce is equipped to deliver impactful results in the community. Learn more about our work at www.habitatskc.org.Your Impact:Oversee onboarding for new hires to ensure a positive and thorough transition into the organization.Provide prompt support by responding to internal and external HR inquiries, redistributing calls, and directing correspondence to the relevant team members as needed.Serve as a point of contact for retail employees regarding HR-related questions and concerns.Support managers with performance reviews, providing tools and guidance for constructive feedback.Assist with the development and implementation of performance improvement plans as needed, while proactively working to prevent the need for disciplinary actions through training, clear communication of expectations, and fostering a supportive work environment.Oversee all Retail employee relations issues in a fair, thorough, and timely manner in accordance with HR best practices, organizational policies, and employment laws and regulations.Support strategic initiatives that advance the Retail department’s mission and goals in partnership with the HR Manager and retail leadership.Oversee a smooth offboarding process, including final pay, benefits administration, and necessary documentation.Coordinate and oversee Retail work-related injury claims, supporting employees through the return-to-work process in collaboration with the HR Manager, Safety Manager, and the employee’s direct supervisor to ensure safe and timely reintegration into the workplace.Accurately maintain employee records, process HR-related data in HRIS (Paycom).Actively participate in initiatives that support retention, recognition, and workforce development aligned with organizational goals.Post employee anniversaries and birthdays on Viva Engage to support engagement and recognition efforts.Visit Retail Stores, Construction and Repair sites as needed.What You Bring:Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.Minimum three (3) years increasingly responsible human resources generalist experience.Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and employment regulations.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams.Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities efficiently and effectivelyStrong organizational skills and a proven track record of meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.Proficient and experienced with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPointExperience working in a nonprofit environment is desired.Our Mission: We build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.Our Vision: A world where everyone has a decent place to live.Core Values: Lead with service. Respect all people. Build community. Deliver results.Our people are our greatest asset and a vital part of achieving our mission. We offer generous benefits, including: medical, dental, and vision insurance along with vacation and sick leave, short and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) with employer matching, and opportunities for professional development.Join our team and make a difference in our community!