Uplift Education is hiring: HR Generalist II in Dallas

HR Generalist II

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Mission Statement

Uplift's mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life‑long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world.

Primary Purpose

The Talent Management team is seeking an experienced Talent Management Employment Experience Generalist II, to serve as a key member of the People Team by supporting the delivery of human resources services to campuses and departments across the network. This role performs employee relations, compliance, onboarding, and HR administrative duties. The Generalist II ensures that People Team programs, practices, and employee experiences align with Uplift’s values of equity, professionalism, and operational excellence.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide first‑level HR consultation and guidance to campus and CMO leaders on employee relations, performance, attendance, leave, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct or assist in workplace investigations, interviews, and documentation under the direction of the Director or HR Business Partner.
• Support mediation, grievance, and complaint resolution processes to ensure fair, consistent, and timely outcomes in accordance with Uplift Education policies.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and ensure HR practices comply with FMLA, ADA, FLSA, TEA, SBEC, and related regulations.
• Manage onboarding, orientation, and off‑boarding processes, ensuring accuracy of background checks, eligibility verifications, and required documentation.
• Process and maintain employee information in HRIS, including position changes, compensation updates, and separations, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Assist with the administration and tracking of annual compliance activities such as certification audits, mandatory trainings, and handbook acknowledgements.
• Support the implementation and documentation of Performance Development Plans (PDPs), coaching, and evaluations to promote employee growth and accountability.
• Collaborate with the HR Business Partner and leadership teams to identify and coordinate professional learning opportunities that strengthen compliance and leadership capacity.
• Compile, analyze, and report HR metrics related to turnover, absenteeism, investigations, and employee relations trends to inform decision‑making and risk mitigation.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Legal, Talent Management, Operations, and Compliance to ensure procedural alignment and equitable HR service delivery.
• Foster positive employee relations by building trust, improving communication, and promoting a culture of respect, engagement, and retention.
• Serve as a proactive change agent and contributor to People Team initiatives that drive continuous improvement, efficiency, and an exceptional employee experience.

Education, Experience, and/or Certifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related area.
• Experience Requirements: 3+ years of applicable experience as an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner with meaningful experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• HR experience in the K‑12 public education setting is highly preferred.
• Solid practical knowledge of talent management disciplines, such as performance management, talent planning, compensation, employee relations, and talent analytics.
• Strong working knowledge of all pertinent Federal, state, and local regulations affecting Human Resources, including FLSA, EEO, HIPAA, FMLA, and ADA.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM‑CP) or PHR credential strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills to interpret information clearly and concisely and communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Professionalism: Ability to maintain and project professionalism, internally and externally, at all times.
• Bilingual Skills: Spanish desirable; not required.
• Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel, and ability to use basic office equipment and learn other software such as Frontline, Workday, etc.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Work Environment

• Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout Dallas/Ft Worth.

Starting Salary

$75,000

Application Procedure

Apply online.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO Statement

Uplift Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.