Human Resources Generalist

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Agate Housing and Services is an innovative and collaborative nonprofit organization whose mission is to end homelessness and relieve hunger through action and advocacy. We progress toward this goal by providing emergency services, shelter, and housing programs for individuals and families. We meet people experiencing homelessness where they are and accompany them on their journey to safe, stable housing and a healthier life.

We believe that housing is a basic human right.

Agate Housing and Services values are:

Integrity:
Consistently doing the right thing even if it isn't the popular thing.

Equity:
Fighting the status quo by actively examining and changing the way things are done to better represent the people who are most impacted by homelessness and hunger.

Humanity:
Understanding how these issues impact us- the community, our staff, and the people we work with- as a collective and developing relationships by establishing trust when we put in work to understand the needs of people experiencing homelessness and hunger.

Creativity:
Responding to the needs of the community with innovative and unique solutions.

Agate Housing and Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AAE, offering competitive pay and exceptional benefits including; medical insurance, employer paid dental and life insurance, short term disability, 4 weeks of paid time off in the first year of employment, and a 401k retirement savings with an employer match.

Title:

Human Resources Generalist

Reports To:

Associate Director of Human Resources

Schedule:

Mon-Fri, Daytime Flexible. Some night and weekend occasional event work. Union Representation: no
Job Classification:
Full time, Non-Exempt Compensation: $26 - $28 per hour

The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Human Resources department through recruitment, onboarding, employee record management, benefits administration, compliance support, and HR-related administrative functions. This position serves as a primary point of contact for applicants and employees and helps ensure an efficient, positive employee experience throughout the employment lifecycle. The ideal candidate is self-directed, organized, positive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities including posting positions, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, conducting initial candidate screens, and preparing hiring documentation.
• Coordinate background checks, employment verifications, and other pre-employment requirements.
• Prepare offer letters and onboarding materials.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding processes.
• Track and meet recruiting metrics and maintain applicant tracking records.
• Participate in job fairs and recruitment events as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel and recruitment files, employee records & HR Administration
• Process employee lifecycle transactions including hires, transfers, promotions, status changes, leaves of absence, and separations.
• Maintain employee records, personnel files, and HRIS data with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Prepare employment verification requests and HR correspondence.
• Conduct periodic audits of personnel files and HR records.
• Assist employees with HR-related questions and requests.

• Support enrollment and administration of employee benefit programs.
• Assist employees with benefit-related questions and leave requests.
• Coordinate leave administration and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Prepare and process payroll-related employment changes and supporting documentation.
• Ensure accurate employee information is maintained in payroll and HR systems.

• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Support HR leadership in maintaining positive labor-management relationships.
• Assist with documentation and administrative activities related to collective bargaining agreement processes.
• Ensure compliance with established labor policies and procedures.

• Assist with workers' compensation claims and maintain required documentation.
• Serve as a liaison between the HR Associate Director, employees, supervisors, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.
• Monitor claim activity and ensure timely…