Human Resources Generalist

FCSHRM; Emmitsburg, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Treatment Centers is seeking an HR Generalist who will serve as the main point of contact for staff and managers throughout the employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and development.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years’ experience, a broad HR knowledge base, and a strong commitment to confidentiality and accuracy in documentation. This role requires travel to multiple Maryland locations and a supportive, compliant HR mindset.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or related HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and up-to-date employee files according to federal or state record retention requirements.
• Recruit, screen and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; post jobs, screen candidates, and collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for open positions.
• Implement new hire onboarding and orientation, as well as employee recognition programs.
• Administer routine employee changes that relate to, but are not limited to, performance, leave, compensation, development, occupational health and safety, recognition, and benefits.
• Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations and recommend best practices; Maintain current knowledge of guidelines such as Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Joint Commission Guidelines.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, directories, performance evaluations, etc.
• Provide guidance and support to management and supervisory staff on employee relations, performance improvement, and development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Integrity & confidentiality

Employment laws

MS Office

HRIS ADP Workforce Now

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP/PHR or master’s degree preferred

Job description

The HR Generalist has the responsibility of being the main point of contact for staff and managers and supports all human resources initiatives throughout the employee life cycle. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, training and development, benefits, trend analysis, reporting, record retention and HRIS optimization.

The ideal candidate should have a broad knowledge of human resources functions, demonstrate a confidential nature, and have excellent attention to detail. This candidate should have a knack for efficiency, be people-oriented, and have an enthusiasm for problem-solving. Three to five years’ experience managing the daily workflow of human resources tasks, while enforcing company policies and practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and up-to-date employee files according to federal or state record retention requirements.
• Recruit, screen and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; post jobs, screen candidates, and collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for open positions.
• Implement new hire onboarding and orientation, as well as employee recognition programs.
• Administer routine employee changes that relate to, but are not limited to, performance, leave, compensation, development, occupational health and safety, recognition, and benefits.
• Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations and recommend best practices; Maintain current knowledge of guidelines such as Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Joint Commission Guidelines.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, directories, performance evaluations, etc.
• Provide guidance and support to management and supervisory staff on employee relations, performance improvement, and development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or related HRIS systems.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required.
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience administering and supporting human resources functions.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, and/or a master’s degree are preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs.
• Travel to either Frederick, MD, Westminster, MD, or Sykesville, MD once per week.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

About Us

Maryland Treatment Centers provides Integrative and Holistic Rehabilitation Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health. We offer a full range of services, including Inpatient, Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient and Medical Detox from drugs and alcohol.

Maryland Treatment Centers provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, pregnancy or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local law.

Our caring staff come from all walks of life. Many are in recovery and are graduates of one of our programs.