Payroll & Benefits HR Generalist

Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA); Ohio; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Northern University (ONU) seeks a Human Resources Generalist to support payroll and benefits administration and to provide broad HR assistance across the university. You will ensure accurate processing, enrollment, audits, and vendor coordination, while guiding employees and managers on HR policies and processes.

The role also involves leading HR projects, refining programs and systems, and maintaining compliant, confidential records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education/experience.
• 2–4 years of progressive HR experience including payroll and benefits.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll and benefits administration for accurate, timely processing.
• Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollment, audits, and vendor coordination.
• Serve as resource on payroll, benefits, timekeeping, and HR policies.
• Lead HR projects and implement new programs, processes, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate, confidential HR records and documentation.

Skills

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

HR data reporting

Policy guidance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Ohio Northern University (ONU) seeks a Human Resources Generalist to support payroll and benefits administration and to provide broad HR assistance across the university. You will ensure accurate processing, enrollment, audits, and vendor coordination, while guiding employees and managers on HR policies and processes.

The role also involves leading HR projects, refining programs and systems, and maintaining compliant, confidential records.