Human Resources Generalist

INTERFAITH WORKS, INC.; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays & PTO

Health benefits

EAP

Disability insurance

Long-term disability

Life and AD&D

Portable benefits

Job summary

Interfaith Works, Inc. in Rockville, MD is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support payroll processing and benefits administration. This exempt, full-time role offers a hybrid schedule after 60 days, reporting to the Director of Human Resources.

The position handles FMLA/ADA, leave approvals, workers' comp, performance reviews, payroll, and benefits coordination. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in HR/Business, 3+ years of HR experience, and may be bilingual in English/Spanish; SHRM/PHR

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.
• Strong data analysis skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer all benefits, including 403b, and Open Enrollment for medical and supplemental benefits.
• Monitor and approve leave requests in iSolved, IW's HRIS system.
• Administer FMLA and ADA processes, reviewing and approving leave and accommodation requests while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws.
• Track Workers' Compensation claims, keeping the Director abreast of new claims and hearings.
• Support the yearly performance review process by opening and closing performance reviews, sending reminders to managers and supervisors, and assessing performance review data.
• Administer employee engagement surveys and analyze the data to assess organizational trends
• Serve as the primary payroll administrator, processing the biweekly payroll.
• Work in collaboration with the Chief of Staff to maintain the organization's liability insurance.
• Serve as a resource and support to IW employees, fielding HR calls and answering HR-related questions employees may have.
• Monitor the shared HR email inbox with the Human Resources Coordinator.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Employment law

MS Office

HRIS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / HR

SHRM or PHR certification

Tools

iSolved HRIS

Payroll processing

Benefits administration systems

Job description

Position Title: Human Resources Generalist

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Director of Human Resources

Employment Status: Full-time

FSLA Status: Exempt

Work Arrangement: Hybrid after 60 days

Salary: $73,000 - $76,000 annually

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is an integral part of the Human Resources function at Interfaith Works (IW). This person has knowledge of all HR functions and is the point person for payroll processing and employee benefits including retirement plans and health benefits. This position has no direct reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer all of IW's employee benefits, including 403b, and Open Enrollment for medical and supplemental benefits.
• Monitor and approve employee leave requests in iSolved, IW's HRIS system.
• Administer FMLA and ADA processes, reviewing and approving leave and accommodation requests while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws.
• Track Workers' Compensation claims, keeping the Director abreast of new claims and subsequent hearings, following up with employee's post-incident to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Support the yearly performance review process by opening and closing performance reviews, sending reminders to managers and supervisors, and assessing performance review data.
• Administer employee engagement surveys and analyze the data to assess organizational trends
• Serve as the primary payroll administrator, processing the biweekly payroll.
• Work in collaboration with the Chief of Staff to maintain the organization's liability insurance.
• Serve as a resource and support to IW employees, fielding HR calls and answering HR-related questions employees may have.
• Monitor the shared HR email inbox with the Human Resources Coordinator.
• All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• 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.
• Strong data analysis skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, or a related field.
• At least three years of Human Resources experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• SHRM or PHR certification is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

BENEFITS

• Employees receive 14 paid holidays and 21 days of PTO.
• Benefits for full-time employees, those who work 30 hours per week or more, include access to subsidized medical, dental, and vision costs for employees and their families; employer paid long-term disability insurance as well as life and AD&D insurance.
• Employees have the option to purchase supplemental benefits that are fully portable, including short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, and more.
• All employees regardless of full or part time status have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to them.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Interfaith Works is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to a continued focus on equitable hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We are a drug- free workplace and comply with ADA regulations, as applicable.