Nonprofit HR Generalist - Flexible Hours, Impact-Driven

HW Staffing Solutions; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HW Staffing Solutions in Portland, ME seeks an experienced Human Resources Generalist to serve as the sole HR professional for a growing nonprofit. You will handle day-to-day HR operations and overall administration, supporting staff and fostering a positive workplace culture.

The role offers full-time or part-time hours (temp to hire) with responsibilities spanning recruitment, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and records management within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5+ years of HR experience.
• Experience working independently in a standalone HR role or small organization preferred.
• Knowledge of HR compliance and Maine employment regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Based in an active nonprofit setting; occasional interaction with clients may occur.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting and onboarding employees
• Benefits administration
• Employee relations
• Performance management
• HR compliance
• Maintaining personnel files and records
• Answering employee questions
• Offboarding employees

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

HW Staffing Solutions in Portland, ME seeks an experienced Human Resources Generalist to serve as the sole HR professional for a growing nonprofit. You will handle day-to-day HR operations and overall administration, supporting staff and fostering a positive workplace culture.

The role offers full-time or part-time hours (temp to hire) with responsibilities spanning recruitment, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and records management within a