K-12 HR Generalist — Onboarding, Records & Compliance

Newton Public Schools (MA); Newton (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools in Newton, MA seeks a Human Resources Generalist to provide confidential personnel support from hire through separation, maintain accurate records, and support employee relations. The role requires independent judgment, discretion, real-time notes, strong communication, and proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and TalentEd/Schoolspring ATS.

Reporting to the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, this full-time exempt position collaborates across schools

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 3+ years in HR or related role.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; public school district experience a plus.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (TalentEd/Schoolspring).
• Strong detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with posting positions, screening applications, and tracking candidate status.
• Generate and review systems to support recruitment and hiring processes.
• Provide technical assistance to staff navigating the ATS.
• Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance in HR data management.
• Coordinate meeting logistics and prepare notes for HR leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Real-time note taking

Strong communication

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Ability to work with diverse groups

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

TalentEd/Schoolspring ATS

Job description

Newton Public Schools in Newton, MA seeks a Human Resources Generalist to provide confidential personnel support from hire through separation, maintain accurate records, and support employee relations. The role requires independent judgment, discretion, real-time notes, strong communication, and proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and TalentEd/Schoolspring ATS.

Reporting to the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, this full-time exempt position collaborates across schools