Opportunity Title: Human Resource Generalist
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
Salary or Hourly: Salaried
Pay Rate: $60,000 - $65,000
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Support
- Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, procedures, and workplace concerns
- Support employee relations matters with professionalism, confidentiality, and care
- Partner with leaders of various levels on de-escalation of employee relations matters and resolutions
- Assist managers with performance management, coaching, and documentation
HR Operations & Compliance
- Maintain accurate employee records and documentation in the HRIS
- Serve as a subject matter expert for HRIS questions and solutions
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FLSA, ADA, EEO)
- Assist with policy development, updates, and communication
- Support audits, reporting, and personnel actions
- Ensure FMLA and ADA policies and procedures are implemented, trained on, and followed.
Performance & Development
- In partnership with the L & D Specialist, support annual performance review processes and goal setting
- Partner with Learning & Development to support training and professional growth initiatives
- Process all internal promotions, transfers, and job changes in a timely and accurate manner.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in a human resources role with generalist responsibilities
- Working knowledge of HR best practices and employment law
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment
Preferred
- Experience working in a nonprofit, museum, or cultural institution
- Familiarity with HRIS platforms and applicant tracking systems (UKG a plus)
- Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
Core Competencies
- Employee-centered service orientation
- Attention to detail and follow-through
- Problem-solving and sound judgment
- Collaborative and adaptable work style
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful workplace practices
Work Environment
Work is primarily performed in an office and museum setting with regular computer use and collaboration across departments.
Preferred
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Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
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Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Equal Opportunity Employer
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