Human Resources Generalist

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement with match

Paid time off + holidays

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Casual dress Fridays

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to provide hands-on HR support across recruitment, payroll, benefits, HR systems, records, and employee communications.

This position will work closely with the Director of Human Resources and program leaders to support staffing needs, strengthen the employee experience, improve HR processes, and promote Catholic Charities as a mission-driven employer of choice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, communications, or a related field required.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible HR experience required.
• Experience using applicant tracking, HRIS, payroll, or other web-based HR systems; Paycom preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR administrative support for day-to-day operations.
• Partner across core HR functions including payroll and benefits.
• Administer payroll and benefits management.
• Coordinate recruitment and candidate pipelines.
• Strengthen external partnerships to support recruitment and outreach.

Skills

HR experience

Payroll administration

Applicant tracking

HRIS

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, communications, or a related field

Tools

Paycom

HRIS systems

Job description

Who We Are

Catholic Charities has been serving individuals and families across southeast Wisconsin since 1920. Inspired by Catholic social teaching, we believe every person deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. Our programs provide professional, compassionate human services to children, families, and adults who are seeking support, stability, and hope in the midst of life’s challenges. Join an organization where mission, professionalism, and service come together to make a difference in people’s lives. Catholic Charities has been recognized by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as a Top Workplace annually since 2020.

What You’ll Do

As the Human Resources Generalist, you will provide experienced, hands‑on HR support across recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll, HR systems, records, and employee communications. This position will work closely with the Director of Human Resources and program leaders to support staffing needs, strengthen the employee experience, improve HR processes, and promote Catholic Charities as a mission‑driven employer of choice.

• Provide HR Administrative Support: Support the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department, including employee records, communications, projects, events, and department initiatives.
• Partner Across Core HR Functions: Work collaboratively with the Director of Human Resources on payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, recruitment, employee engagement, and initiatives that strengthen the Agency’s culture and employee brand.
• Administer Payroll and Benefits: Support payroll processing, benefits administration, employee enrollment and changes, vendor coordination, reporting, and timely response to employee questions related to pay, benefits, and HR programs.
• Coordinate Recruitment and Candidate Pipelines: Coordinate full‑cycle recruitment by posting opportunities, reviewing applications and resumes, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, communicating with applicants, supporting onboarding, maintaining accurate employee files, and building relationships with local colleges, universities, and community partners to strengthen Catholic Charities’ candidate pipeline.
• Strengthen External Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with schools, career programs, community organizations, and other partners to increase awareness of Catholic Charities and support recruitment and outreach efforts.

Salary & Benefits

$52,000-$58,000, depending on experience.

Catholic Charities offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance.

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement with a 2% match and 4% annual contribution
• Generous PTO structure and 11 paid holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Business casual dress everyday and casual Fridays!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, communications, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, recruitment, payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, or related HR functions required.
• Experience using applicant tracking, HRIS, payroll, or other web‑based HR systems required, experience with Paycom strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, required.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and minimum liability insurance on vehicle required.

Why Join Us?

At Catholic Charities, your work will directly support the employees who carry out our mission every day. As the Human Resources Generalist, you will play an important role in recruiting talented team members, supporting staff with professionalism and compassion, strengthening HR processes, and helping sustain a workplace culture rooted in dignity, collaboration, and service. This is a meaningful in‑office opportunity for an experienced HR professional to contribute to an organization that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals and families across southeastern Wisconsin.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on‑the‑job injury, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that employers are prohibited by law from considering.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee also prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.

• Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 403(b)
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability
• Generous PTO structure plus 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program, Mileage Reimbursement
• Business Casual Dress Everyday with Casual Fridays
• Flexible work environment, including opportunities for hybrid work