Human Resources Generalist

CFS; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Notary preferred

Job summary

CFS is partnering with a respected nonprofit in Baltimore to hire a Human Resources Generalist who will support its people strategy and help build a diverse, high-performing workforce. The role requires collaborating with leadership to implement HR programs, recruit talent, and ensure compliant policies across the organization.

The position is 100% on-site in Baltimore, MD, offering a salary range of $70,000 to $90,000 depending on experience. Notary is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in public sector or nonprofit environments.
• Experience onboarding new hires and managing recruitment processes.
• Ability to design and maintain HR policies in line with laws and public-sector requirements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop HR strategies that support workforce planning and organizational growth.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, sourcing diverse talent, onboarding, and ensuring a strong candidate experience.
• Design and maintain HR policies and employee handbooks compliant with laws.

Skills

HR experience

Onboarding

Recruitment

Policy design

Education

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP

Tools

ADP WFN

MS Office

Job description

Human Resources Generalist – Baltimore, MD

CFS is partnering with a well respected non profit organization in Baltimore City to hire a Human Resources Generalist to support its people strategy. This Human Resources Generalist role is ideal for a collaborative professional who thrives at the intersection of public impact and private-sector innovation, helping to build and sustain a diverse, high-performing workforce. The Human Resources Generalist will act as a strategic partner to leadership, developing and executing human resources programs that attract, retain, and grow talented professionals.

Job Duties For The Human Resources Generalist

• Partner with leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support workforce planning, organizational growth, and inclusive economic development goals
• Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts, including sourcing diverse talent, building community partnerships, and leading onboarding to ensure a strong candidate and new hire experience
• Design and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and public-sector requirements
• Provide coaching and guidance on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, investigations, and performance management
• Support compensation and benefits programs through salary benchmarking, administration, vendor coordination, and payroll compliance collaboration
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and professional development initiatives that foster an inclusive, equitable workplace culture
• Maintain HRIS systems, employee records, and data integrity while producing reports and analytics for leadership decision-making
• Handle administrative HR functions including leave administration, disability claims, employment verifications, and unemployment inquiries
• Support organizational change initiatives, special projects, and continuous improvement efforts across HR operations

Qualifications For The Human Resources Generalist

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience (public sector, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of onboarding, benefits and 403(b) administration, and recruitment
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) a plus
• Experience using ADP WFN and MS Office Suite preferred
• Able to work independently, strong initiative, and resourceful
• Active notary a plus but not required

Schedule:

100% on site in Baltimore, MD. M-F, 7am-9am flexible start time, 40 hours per week

Salary:

$70,000-$90,000 depending on experience

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