Human Resources Generalist

HR Jobs; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Peter & John Radio Fellowship Inc. in Baltimore, MD seeks a Human Resources Generalist to provide HR guidance and operational leadership across Peter & John Ministries, Brighter Media Group/BRIGHT-FM, and River Valley Ranch.

This role is the primary in-person HR presence at Brighter Media Group and supports PJM initiatives. The position focuses on delivering payroll, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, and employee relations across PJM entities, with on-site duties and seasonal workload

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of HR experience, incl. payroll and benefits administration.
• HR certification preferred (aPHR/PHR/SHRM-CP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/talent management systems.
• Willingness to travel across three Baltimore sites with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Align HR guidance with the mission, values, and culture of Peter & John Ministries and Brighter Media Group.
• Administer payroll, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, compliance, and employee relations.
• Oversee payroll for all PJM entities for full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees.
• Resolve payroll and compensation issues within established parameters.
• Maintain payroll calendar and ensure payroll tax, reporting, and recordkeeping compliance.
• Process salary adjustments, employment status changes, and reimbursements.
• Handle employment verification requests and unemployment claims.
• Provide HR guidance across onboarding, transfers, promotions, status changes, and offboarding.
• Administer HR compliance programs and audit for improvements.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and confidential employee records.
• Support managers with performance, attendance, and policy application.
• Identify trends and recommend policy or training improvements.
• Perform other duties to support ministry goals.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Talent management systems

Job description

Peter & John Radio Fellowship Inc is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to provide HR guidance and operational leadership across Peter & John Ministries, Brighter Media Group/BRIGHT-FM, and River Valley Ranch. This role serves as the primary in-person HR presence at Brighter Media Group and supports the broader PJM mission, working closely with the PJM HR Manager to administer key HR programs end to end.

Based in Baltimore, MD with an onsite work arrangement, the position focuses on delivering accurate, compliant HR operations across payroll, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, and employee relations. The schedule includes increased workload during peak periods such as summer camp season and open enrollment.

Key Responsibilities

• Align HR guidance and actions with the mission, values, and culture of Peter & John Ministries and the ongoing work of Jesus Christ.
• Administer and evaluate core HR programs, including payroll, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, compliance, and employee relations.
• Oversee payroll for all PJM entities, ensuring accurate and timely processing for full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees.
• Resolve payroll and compensation issues, using independent judgment within established parameters for items such as discrepancies, deductions, timekeeping concerns, and status changes.
• Maintain the payroll calendar and support compliance with payroll tax, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Process and administer approved salary adjustments, employment status changes, and employee reimbursements, escalating potential issues to HR leadership.
• Handle employment verification requests and unemployment claims, determining organizational responses within guidelines.
• Provide guidance to employees and leaders on compensation, payroll, and timekeeping, including interpretation and application of related policies.
• Administer employee benefit programs (medical, retirement, disability, and ancillary plans), including interpreting plan provisions and organizational policies.
• Lead assigned annual open enrollment components and support improvements in employee understanding and utilization of benefits.
• Oversee voluntary benefit programs, including Aflac, ensuring accurate enrollment, deductions, reconciliation, and vendor administration.
• Manage recruitment workflows from position opening through onboarding, partnering with hiring leaders on recruiting strategy, candidate qualifications, selection processes, and employment practices.
• Oversee pre-employment steps including applicant tracking, screening, background checks, and I-9 processes, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and organizational practices.
• Provide HR guidance across the employment lifecycle, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, status changes, and offboarding.
• Administer HR compliance programs by monitoring adherence to federal, state, and local employment requirements; conduct periodic HR compliance audits and recommend improvements to the HR Manager.
• Maintain oversight of employee records and HRIS data integrity, ensuring accurate, complete, and confidential HR information.
• Support employee relations by performing preliminary fact-finding for concerns and resolving routine matters, escalating complex or high-risk issues to the HR Manager as appropriate.
• Support managers with performance management, conduct, attendance, workplace concerns, and policy application, while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment.
• Identify recurring employee relations trends and recommend policy, training, communication, or organizational improvements.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned to support the ministry’s mission and organizational needs.

Requirements

• Agreement with the Peter & John Ministries' Statement of Faith (http://www.gopjm.com/about).
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college/university; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of recent and progressive HR experience, including hands-on payroll and benefits administration.
• Human Resources certification preferred, including aPHR/PHR/SHRM-CP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/talent management systems.
• Ability to travel across three sites in the Baltimore area with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience interacting with vendors or service providers.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and sound judgment with confidential information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and a customer service mindset.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and consistent documentation habits.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, particularly during June-August camp season and open enrollment.
• Adaptable and able to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Commitment to the mission and core values of Peter & John Ministries, River Valley Ranch (RVR), and BRIGHT-FM / Brighter Media Group.

Technology

• Microsoft Office
• HRIS
• Talent management systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $48,000-$58,000 per year
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision benefits
• Retirement benefits

Work Environment

• Multiple work locations per week, including Hunt Valley, MD (main financial offices), Halethorpe, MD (BRIGHT-FM broadcast studios), and Manchester, MD (River Valley Ranch).
• Primary in-person presence supporting Brighter Media Group, with regular travel to River Valley Ranch and Hunt Valley.
• Increased workload and occasional extended hours during the summer camp season (June-August) and open enrollment.
• Occasional evening or weekend availability to support staff events, hiring events, and seasonal onboarding.