The HR Generalist is a part-time position responsible for providing assistance to the VP of HR & Grant as directed. The primary focus of this role will be recruitment with additional responsibilities in general HR functions, as needed. This role is ideal for a professional looking to contribute to a dynamic team while maintaining flexibility in their schedule. This position performs duties in accordance with Welcome House Core Values, including: Compassion, Advocacy, Integrity, Quality, Leadership and Community.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
• Update and maintain job descriptions.
• Post job advertisements on relevant platforms and manage candidate sourcing.
• Receives and reviews all applications/resumes, evaluates skills, and makes recommendations to hiring managers regarding applicant qualifications. Provides interviewing guidelines and is involved in the interviewing process as needed.
• Works with VP of HR & Grant Administration on compensation offer.
• Assist with offer letters, background checks, and onboarding of new employees.
2. General HR Support
• Ensure regulatory compliance in all aspects of HR.
• Stay informed about HR best practices and labor laws to ensure compliance.
• Maintain and update HR records and systems to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and assist with employee relations matters.
• Sits on Employee Activity Committee (EAC)
• Assist with training and development programs as needed.
3. Other duties as specified by the VP of HR & Grant Administration
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or equivalent discipline. Equivalent experience in a related role will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience:
• 2+ years of experience in HR, with a focus on recruitment and performance management.
• Familiarity with HR software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Knowledge of ADP Workforce now preferred.
Key Performance Indicators
• Understands agency vision/mission and how to achieve agency goals
• Increase knowledge of agency
• Progression to working independently
• Takes advantage of training opportunities
Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a part-time role.
• Proficient in high volume data entry and data management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Calm, organized, patient, diplomatic, and confident demeanor in working with staff
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding financial information.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to a wide range of audiences, including staff, volunteers, donors, service professionals, and external vendors.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal partners.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working Hours/Environment
• Work typically performed in an indoor, 3-floor office building
Tools and Equipment Used
• Personal computer, copier, fax/scanner, phone, and other typical office equipment
Travel
• Minimal-less than 5% of the time
Physical and Mental Demands
• Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of time
• Ability to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
• Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
• Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in person
• Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move between 3 floors
• Additional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, interpret
• Minimal lifting up to 50 pounds
Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail to: humanresources@welcomehouseky.org
Welcome House is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to gender, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected class.
