Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin is hiring: Human Resources General

Job Description Summary: The Human Resources Generalist, in collaboration with the HR Team, will implement human resources strategies that bring SHF’s core values of integrity, equity, trust, inclusion, humility and innovation to life through employee engagement and a deep commitment to customer service. The Generalist will build relationships with employees at all levels of the organization while supporting their Human Resources needs. They will perform duties in the following functional areas: talent acquisition, employee relations, new employee orientation, benefits administration and employee communications.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Talent Acquisition

• Collaborate to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Recruit and facilitate the hiring of qualified applicants for open positions.
• Streamline hiring processes through utilization of applicant tracking system.
• Partner with Human Resources team to stay current on recruitment trends and best practices and implement sourcing strategies designed to ensure a diverse workforce.

Onboarding and Employee Life Cycle

• Ensure all new hire documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and conduct organizational onboarding activities.
• Conduct new employee check-ins at regular intervals.
• Monitor performance evaluation process.
• Schedule and conduct exit interviews.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Proactively identify opportunities to positively impact the organization.
• Support managers on employee relations issues as needed.
• Partner with the HR team on development and support of standing and ad hoc organizational committees (EDI, Employee Engagement, Performance Evaluation, etc.) to ensure a healthy culture.
• Collaborate with HR team and department managers to determine appropriate training initiatives.
• Develop online training via HRIS System.
• Assist with development and analysis of employee surveys to drive engagement.
• Become well versed in the employee handbook and policies and serve as a resource for managers and employees.

Compensation and Benefits

• Lead the maintenance of SHF compensation structure and respond to employee and candidate questions.
• Participate in benefit renewal meetings and maintain knowledge to answer questions.
• Lead and conduct all benefit orientations and process benefit enrollments.

HRIS/Payroll System/General HR Support

• Maintain HRIS by entering employee changes (new hires, benefits, changes, termination, promotions, etc.) ensuring accurate information and payroll deductions.
• Lead and conduct the processing of payroll and related functions.
• Coordinate special projects and events, including benefits open enrollment, training, and employee meetings.

Training and Development

• Develop and support ongoing training and development programs with internal/external stakeholders related to employee engagement and professional development aligned with organizational objectives, including new hire orientation.

General Administrative Support

• Provide overflow/back-up for general inquiries and reception as needed.
• Assist with duties at SHF’s distribution center as required.
• Perform other duties to fulfill the mission, vision, and values.

Skills & Abilities

Communications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information and write reports and business correspondence.

Personal Effectiveness

• Maintain regular work schedule and stay focused on tasks with deadlines.
• Independent, self-motivated, proactive problem-solving, and planning abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and customer service mindset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion; adhere to safety standards.
• Manage time, priorities, and resources; multi-task with interruptions; stay composed under pressure.
• Commit to equitable and inclusive working relationships with staff, volunteers, partners, vendors, and applicants.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint).

Requirements

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in a Human Resources role
• 2 years of experience in benefits administration
• 2 years of experience with HRIS/Payroll Systems and applicant tracking software

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Certificate in Human Resources Administration or related field
• SHRM or HRCI certification
• Experience with equity, diversity and inclusion programs
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Paylocity, etc.
• Lived experience with impacts of systemic racism or marginalization is a plus
• Bilingual Spanish/English

Salary Description: $57,200 - $68,700 based on experience

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations