Human Resources Generalist

Now Hiring:
Limited Term – HR Generalist | Milwaukee, WI

Employment Type:
Full-Time, On-Site

* Pay is dependent on experience level! – $32+/HR

Goodwill Talent Bridge, on behalf of our client, a nonprofit human services organization, is actively seeking a limited-term, HR Generalist. This position is expected to last anywhere from 6-8 weeks and will require you to work on site five days a week.

• Employee Relations: Provide guidance and support to managers and supervisors on complex employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance concerns, disciplinary actions, and harassment allegations
• Leadership
  
  Coaching:
  
  Coach leaders on best practices for delivering constructive feedback, managing difficult conversations, and supporting healthy team dynamics
• Conflict Resolution: Serve as a neutral mediator to resolve conflicts between employees or between staff and leadership, helping reduce tensions and foster positive working relationships
• Employee Advocacy: Act as a trusted resource for employees, ensuring concerns are heard, addressed promptly, and handled with professionalism and care
• Inclusive Workplace Support: Promote an inclusive, respectful workplace by supporting employee needs, partnering with managers on accommodations, and ensuring equitable practices
• Leave Administration: Oversee employee leave requests—including FMLA, disability, and personal leave—ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations and organizational policies
• Workers’ Compensation: Investigate and report workers’ compensation claims, ensuring timely follow‑up and adherence to legal and organizational requirements
• Unemployment Management: Respond to unemployment claims and represent the organization during unemployment hearings as needed
• Compliance: Ensure all recommendations and actions align with federal and state employment laws, internal policies, and organizational values
• Onboarding & Pre‑Employment: Manage pre‑employment processes such as background checks, references, and required documentation to ensure compliance with funder and organizational requirements
• Documentation Support: Assist leaders in drafting and reviewing corrective actions and disciplinary documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and legal compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field; HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP) is a plus!
• 3+ years of experience in employee relations, human resources, or a closely related field
• Proven experience navigating performance management processes
  , including coaching
  , feedback
  , employee engagement
  , and performance evaluations
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws
  , including FMLA, ADA
  , and Workers’ Compensation
• Experience working within nonprofit, healthcare, social services, or similarly mission‑driven environments preferred
• Excellent communication
  , problem‑solving, and relationship‑building skills with the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

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