Human Resources Generalist

Chesapeake Search Partners; Washington; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Search Partners partners with an established landscape organization to hire an HR Generalist who will support employees and leadership across HR functions. Talent acquisition is a major focus of the role, along with benefits administration and day-to-day HR responsibilities.

The position is fully onsite in Upper Marlboro, MD, with hours from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization and make an impact across HR.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of general HR experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business preferred.
• Knowledge of HR practices and employment laws.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR operations for employees and managers.
• Assist full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, coordinating.
• Partner with managers to support staffing and hiring.
• Support onboarding and new hire processes.
• Assist with benefits administration and HR inquiries.
• Maintain confidential employee records and HR documents.
• Support HR reporting, compliance, and administrative processes.
• Help implement HR policies and initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Initiative

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with an established landscape organization in their search for an HR Generalist. Our client is seeking a hands‑on HR professional who is comfortable supporting employees and leadership across a variety of HR functions. Talent acquisition will be a major focus of the role, along with benefits administration and other day‑to‑day HR responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional to join a growing organization and make an impact across the HR function.

The role is fully onsite in Upper Marlboro, MD, with hours of 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.

Responsibilities:

• Support day‑to‑day HR operations and provide general HR support to employees and managers
• Assist with full‑cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating the hiring process
• Partner with hiring managers to support staffing and hiring needs
• Support onboarding and new hire processes
• Assist with employee benefits administration and serve as a resource for employee questions
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation
• Assist with HR‑related reporting, compliance, and administrative processes
• Support employee relations and other general HR matters as needed
• Help implement and maintain HR policies, procedures, and initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and overall efficiency
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion when handling employee information

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of general HR experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Working knowledge of general HR practices and employment laws
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking initiative
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong problem‑solving and follow‑through skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn HRIS and other HR technology platforms