HR Generalist

Position Title:

HR Generalist

Position

Description:

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract HR Generalist opportunity. We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist to support our contract and temporary employees throughout their employment lifecycle—from onboarding through offboarding. This role serves as a key HR resource for employees working at client locations and partners closely with Recruiters, Account Managers, clients, and internal teams. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced staffing environment.

• Serve as a primary HR contact for employees on assignment, addressing questions regarding policies, payroll, benefits, PTO, and general HR matters.
• Support employee onboarding, orientation, assignment transitions, and offboarding.
• Conduct regular employee check-ins and support employee engagement and retention.
• Partner with Recruiters, Account Managers, and client contacts on employee performance, attendance, workplace concerns, and assignment matters.
• Support employee relations issues, including performance concerns and employment separations.
• Assist with benefits administration, PTO, leave tracking, and payroll-related questions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Assist with HR policies, procedures, employee communications, and other HR initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and client information.

• 2-3 years of HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, Employee Relations, or related experience.
• Staffing agency, recruiting, contract workforce, or field employee experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR practices and employment laws.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable handling sensitive employee matters with professionalism and empathy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar certification preferred but not required.

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location:
  
  Bellevue, WA (Hybrid)
• Pay Rate: $32.50-$36/hour

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.