HR Generalist — Front-Office & People Ops

The Nagler Group; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nagler Group is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join a collaborative HR team in Portsmouth, NH. The position is temp-to-perm with on-site scheduling Monday–Friday and pay in the range of $30–$33 per hour.

The role focuses on hands-on HR operations, supporting employees and leadership, and maintaining confidential information. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while delivering professional service.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR or related administrative experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong calendar management and organizational skills.
• Experience with an ATS or HRIS/HCM system preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable handling highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Professional, approachable, and service-oriented personality.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work independently.
• Experience in a municipal or union environment is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary front-facing contact for the HR Department, assisting employees, applicants, officials, and visitors.
• Support the HR Director with calendar management, meeting coordination, communications, and department operations.
• Process personnel actions including step increases, promotions, reclassifications, and employee status changes.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements including background checks, drug screenings, fingerprinting, and physical examinations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files and HR records.
• Conduct part-time employee orientations and provide backup support for recruiting and interviews.
• Complete employment verifications and respond to employee and external inquiries.
• Process and reconcile invoices while assisting with budgeting and financial reporting.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Coordinate employee recognition events, retirements, and professional milestone celebrations.
• Evaluate HR processes and workflows and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support HR compliance, reporting, and special projects as needed.

Skills

HR experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

HRIS/ATS

Job description

The Nagler Group is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join a collaborative HR team in Portsmouth, NH. The position is temp-to-perm with on-site scheduling Monday–Friday and pay in the range of $30–$33 per hour.

The role focuses on hands-on HR operations, supporting employees and leadership, and maintaining confidential information. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while delivering professional service.