Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Generalist

Location:

Turners Falls, MA (Onsite)

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Immediate Hiring Need:
If you have hands‑on experience managing Employee Relations, benefits administration, onboarding, and full‑cycle HR—and have operated independently as a standalone HR professional— we encourage you to apply immediately. This role can start as early as next week.

To be considered quickly, please email your resume and interview availability to  today or tomorrow.

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for managing a broad range of HR functions, including employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, policy development, and compliance. This role serves as the primary HR resource for the organization and ensures adherence to employment, benefits, and workers’ compensation laws.

The position reports to the Director of Operations and supports a fast‑paced, mission‑driven nonprofit organization experiencing growth.

• Develop, interpret, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures
• Review and update the Employee Handbook annually to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Maintain complete, accurate, and compliant personnel files, including job descriptions
• Partner with legal counsel to ensure compliance with EEO, AA, FMLA, ADA, and other regulations
• Manage workers’ compensation, disability, and related employee matters

• Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations, performance management, and workplace concerns
• Design, implement, and maintain employee evaluation and performance review programs
• Provide training and guidance to supervisors and staff on HR policies and employment regulations

• Support recruiting and hiring decisions aligned with organizational values and mission
• Design and deliver new‑hire orientation and onboarding programs
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through recruitment, development, and retention practices
• Communicate key HR updates and initiatives to staff on a regular basis

• Evaluate benefit offerings annually to ensure competitive and cost‑effective programs
• Support administration of compensation, benefits, and leave programs

• Proven experience in Human Resources, including employee relations, onboarding, and HR administration
• Experience working independently in a standalone or highly autonomous HR role
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities
• High ethical standards and strict confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (email, word processing, spreadsheets)
• Ability to perform computer‑based work for extended periods

• Strong data entry skills
• Experience in a nonprofit or fast‑growing organization

• Onsite office setting in Turners Falls, MA
• Fast‑paced, mission‑driven nonprofit organization
• Opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Turners Falls, MA.

The pay range for this position is $30.25 - $34.25/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave: PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave.

Workplace type:
This is a fully onsite position in Turners Falls, MA.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

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