Human Resources Generalist

Reading-School-District; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading School District is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR operations, ensure district policy and employment law compliance, and manage staffing and onboarding across schools in Reading, PA. The role reports to the Director of Human Resources and requires strong analytical skills, excellent English communication, and proficiency with Google apps and Microsoft Office.

This full-time, 12-month position offers salary and benefits per the applicable employment agreement and

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED; 3 years of applicable work experience required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred. SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with administrative, professional, and support personnel.
• Strong verbal and written skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively in English using proper grammar and vocabulary, including, but not limited to, the ability to independently compose correspondence and reports.
• Ability to use technology and software including Google applications and Microsoft Office products.
• Bi-lingual and biliterate in Spanish/English preferred.
• Pennsylvania Driver's License and personal transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary Human Resources representative for assigned employee groups and departments, coordinating personnel matters and providing guidance.
• Analyzes staffing allocations, vacancies, and workforce trends and collaborates with District leadership to identify needs and solutions.
• Implement recruitment and retention plans including coordination of job fairs and events.
• Safeguard confidential information in accordance with district policies.
• Process attendance, tuition reimbursement and salary movement paperwork.
• Ensure reference checks and Act 168 forms are completed per current laws and policies.
• Coordinate interviews, onboarding, training, and notifications with HR staff.
• Maintain required clearances and trainings and update safeschool records.
• Provide support for performance issues, disciplinary matters, and equitable processes.
• Conduct HR data entry and monthly dashboards; maintain HR software and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Google applications

Microsoft Office

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred

Tools

Safeschool system

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Reading School District

• Position Type: RSSSA - Other Director/Administrative Positions
• Date Posted: 10/29/2026
• Location: Reading School District

Position Title: Human Resources Generalist

Classification: RSSSA

Position Range: Range 7 (210)

Reports To: Director of Human Resources

Position Goal: Performs tasks to support the daily operations of the Human Resources Department and ensure that all items are in compliance with district policies and employment related laws and initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED; 3 years of applicable work experience required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred. SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with administrative, professional, and support personnel.
• Strong verbal and written skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively in English using proper grammar and vocabulary, including, but not limited to, the ability to independently compose correspondence and reports.
• Ability to use technology and software including Google applications and Microsoft Office products.
• Bi-lingual and biliterate in Spanish/English preferred.
• Pennsylvania Driver's License and personal transportation required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

• Serves as the primary Human Resources representative for assigned employee groups and departments, independently coordinating and managing personnel matters, staffing needs, employee relations concerns, and compliance requirements while providing guidance to administrators and employees.
• Analyzes staffing allocations, vacancies, employee movement, and workforce trends within assigned areas and collaborates with District leadership to identify staffing needs, operational challenges, and recommended solutions.
• Implement a recruitment and retention plan consistent with the goals,expectations, and best practices established by the Department of Human Resources including coordination in recruitment and retention efforts such as job fairs, school/community events, focus groups, etc.
• Responsible for safeguarding confidential and proprietary information in accordance with district policies.
• Processes and inputs attendance for departments as assigned.
• Process tuition reimbursement/salary movement requests and submit necessary paperwork to the Business Office.
• Ensure that all reference checks and Act 168 forms are accomplished in accordance with current law, regulations, and Board policy.
• Collaborate with the Department Directors and other HR staff to schedule, conduct and manage interviews, employee orientations, required training, and required beginning-of-year and end-of-year notifications.
• Work with all staff to ensure that required clearances and trainings (Act 126, etc.) are maintained and up to date.
• Enter new staff and work with various departments to assign trainings in the safeschool system.
• Provides guidance and support to supervisors and administrators in addressing employee performance concerns, disciplinary matters, and corrective action processes, ensuring consistency with District policies, procedures, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Conducts or assists with employee relations fact-finding, workplace investigations, and documentation gathering related to personnel concerns, policy violations, and workplace complaints.
• Compile data and manage HR monthly dashboard for data.
• Implement and maintain HR software and processes.
• Maintain position control records for assigned areas.
• Conducts exit interviews for staff leaving employment and "stay interviews" with staff for data purposes.
• Handle general interest inquiries concerning employment with Reading School District and assist interested candidates with completing the application process.
• Create, update, and maintain employee personnel files across the district.
• Responsible for ensuring adherence to all terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement(s) and providing information for the negotiations process as requested.
• Complete employment verifications and other general communications requested by current and prior staff.
• Collaborates, as necessary, with management in addressing employee/union issues.
• Collaborates with supervisors as directed in providing information for and addressing disciplinary matters.
• Collaborate with management as requested in providing information and addressing requests for accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Facilitate new employee onboarding and orientation.
• Ensure proper licensure, certifications, and background clearances are completed.
• Support professional development initiatives and mandatory training for district personnel.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist with audits, reports, and required submissions, including PDE reporting.
• Interpret and apply district policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time 12-month non-exempt position. Salary and benefits determined by appropriate employment agreement.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the school district administrator designated as immediate supervisor of the position, of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Reading School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.