Title: Human Resource Generalist

Reports to: Director of Human Resources

Direct reports: None

Status: Full-time, Exempt Staff, Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 4:30

Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the high-level management of a wide range of critical HR functions. Working closely with the Director of Human Resources, this role supports the day-to-day operations, planning, organization, and control of efficient HR processes that maximize benefits for faculty, administrators, and support staff.

Key responsibilities include interacting with employees at all levels, including faculty, staff, administrators, and board members, in a fast-paced environment. The HR Generalist must maintain flexibility, proactivity, and resourcefulness to handle challenging situations and daily system demands. Providing a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial, as is delivering expert-level client service and clear written/verbal communication. Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate strong decision-making and attention to detail, as well as the ability to problem-solve, prioritize tasks, and create/maintain a professional work environment.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Director of Human Resources and must have the ability to thrive in a dynamic, sometimes pressured setting while remaining efficient and composed.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, including managing position requisitions, scheduling interviews, conducting phone screenings, and guiding end-users through the Attract & Hire Talent Management System
• Assist the Director of HR with conducting thorough and objective interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications, skills, and fit for open positions
• Collaborate with the HR Specialist to streamline employee onboarding and offboarding procedures
• Serve as the primary point of contact for worker's compensation reporting and file maintenance, working closely with the Director of HR
• Assist the Director of HR with unemployment claims, employment verifications, and related state system entries
• Partner with the Payroll Manager to provide guidance and support to employees on time-keeping questions
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and timely submission of the organization's annual EEO-1 report to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
• Coordinate special events for employee recognition, such as Milestone Awards, Wellness Fairs, and End-of-Year Luncheons
• Serve on the Safety Committee and ensure compliance with relevant employment laws/regulations
• Expertly manage the calendar and arrange meetings for key Board Committees: Finance & Budget, Audit & Risk, Campus Planning, Finance & Investments, Legal, and Property
• Support the Senior Staff in preparing Board Reports, including signatures, distribution, and record-keeping
• Assist the Business Office in communicating accurately and effectively with Trustees, senior staff, faculty, and other stakeholders
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven success working in an HR department, with SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience providing executive-level administrative support
• Be intimately familiar with boarding school life, its culture, and its mission
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Familiarity with best practices for interviewing and evaluating candidates
• Excellent telephone etiquette and professional communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and error prevention
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer service orientation
• Familiarity with payroll and benefits administration best practices
• Expertise in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word, and database management

Attitude and Demeanor

• Publicly support the mission and vision of The Hill School in a positive and professional manner.
• Work as a dynamic team member in a professional collaborative environment.
• Energetic and organized enough to thrive in an extremely fast-paced environment while collaborating with a growing team to produce great work.
• Ability to wear many hats, learn new things every day, and have the ability to switch from a variety of roles with ease and excitement.
• Communicate effectively with warmth, sensitivity, humor, and understanding as they deal with administrative colleagues, teachers, students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and program associates.
• Possess a "service attitude" - willingness to be flexible to meet the needs of the department and school.