HR Generalist - District-wide Support & DEI Focus

Madison Metropolitan School District; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

N/A

Job summary

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a proactive HR Generalist to support staffing, recruitment, compensation, benefits, payroll, leaves, HRIS, and employee support. Under the Senior Executive Director of Human Resources, you'll deliver timely, accurate HR services across MMSD’s schools and staff.

This role requires 1–2 years of HR experience, strong confidentiality, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced educational environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of HR or related administrative experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish desirable.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Knowledge of HR principles across multiple areas.

Responsibilities

• Staffing, Recruitment, and Licensing Support - 20%.
• Employee Support - 20%.
• HRIS & Data Management - 20%.
• Payroll, Compensation, Benefits, and Leaves - 20%.
• Other Duties as Assigned - 20%.

Skills

Relationship building

Anti-racism / DEI

HR principles

Time management

Data analysis

Communication

Google Workspace

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking a proactive HR Generalist to support staffing, recruitment, compensation, benefits, payroll, leaves, HRIS, and employee support. Under the Senior Executive Director of Human Resources, you'll deliver timely, accurate HR services across MMSD’s schools and staff.

This role requires 1–2 years of HR experience, strong confidentiality, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced educational environment.