Overview:
Senior Human Resources Generalist
Location: Michigan (Remote with Multi-Site travel; candidate must reside in Michigan) | Reports To: Chief People Officer | Classification: Non-Exempt | Travel: Up to 20%
Starting at $75,000+
About My Community Dental Centers
My Community Dental Centers (MCDC) is a Michigan-based nonprofit dental network committed to improving oral health access across underserved communities — one smile at a time. We believe that exceptional patient care starts with exceptional people, and we are looking for a strategic HR leader who shares that conviction.
Position Summary
The Senior HR Generalist serves as a strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) embedded within the MCDC organization, providing consultative, client-facing HR support to leaders and employees across multiple dental center locations. This role goes beyond transactional HR — it requires a seasoned professional who can influence culture, drive workforce strategy, and serve as a trusted advisor at all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational agility, and a genuine passion for people and mission-driven work.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Business Partnership
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Serve as a dedicated HRBP to assigned client groups, building trusted relationships with leaders and frontline teams across center locations.
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Provide proactive, data-informed HR counsel on workforce planning, organizational design, performance management, and talent development.
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Partner with the CPO and leadership team to align people strategies with organizational goals and mission.
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Travel up to 20% to center locations to provide on-site HR presence, support, and partnership.
Employee Relations & Compliance
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Lead complex employee relations investigations with objectivity, thoroughness, and legal compliance.
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Interpret and apply company policies, the Employee Handbook, and applicable federal and state employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, HIPAA, ERISA, I-9).
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Advise managers on performance improvement, corrective action, and conflict resolution with a coaching mindset.
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
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Lead end-to-end recruitment for assigned client groups, including sourcing, screening, offers, and credentialing for clinical staff.
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Drive a best-in-class onboarding experience, ensuring new hires are set up for success from day one.
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Partner with hiring managers to develop role profiles, compensation recommendations, and workforce plans.
Compensation & Benefits
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Provide compensation analysis and pay recommendations grounded in market data and internal equity.
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Support annual benefits open enrollment and serve as an escalation point for employee benefits inquiries.
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Administer and track leaves of absence including FMLA, short-term disability, and workers' compensation claims.
Coaching, Training & Culture
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Design and facilitate leadership coaching sessions, soft skills training, and team effectiveness initiatives.
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Champion employee recognition programs and engagement efforts that reinforce MCDC's culture and values.
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Act as a culture ambassador — modeling and advocating for an inclusive, high-performance work environment.
HRIS & HR Operations
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Maintain data integrity within the HRIS, including employee records, reporting, and workflow coordination.
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Develop and present periodic HR metrics, dashboards, and workforce analytics to inform decision-making.
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Support HR process improvement initiatives and contribute to the evolution of MCDC's people operations infrastructure.
Qualifications
Required
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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
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7+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated expertise in a strategic HRBP or senior generalist capacity.
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Proven track record of building trusted client relationships and influencing without authority.
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Deep working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, HIPAA, ERISA, I-9).
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Experience managing complex employee relations matters and conducting workplace investigations.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable HR insights.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills; executive presence and comfort presenting to leadership.
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Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% to MCDC center locations across Michigan.
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Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred
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HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR).
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Experience in healthcare, dental, or other regulated/clinical environments.
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HRIS proficiency (Rippling, UKG, Workday, or comparable platform).
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Experience supporting multi-site or geographically distributed organizations.
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Background in coaching, leadership development, or organizational effectiveness.
Why MCDC?
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Mission-driven work with real community impact — improving lives, one smile at a time.
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A collaborative, people-first culture led by a forward-thinking Chief People Officer.
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Opportunity to serve as a strategic HR partner with visibility and influence across the organization.
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Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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Professional growth and development in a dynamic, evolving nonprofit healthcare environment.
My Community Dental Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
