Human Resources Generalist

The HR Generalist provides essential day-to-day human resources support for a mission-driven nonprofit. Based onsite in Bloomfield, CT, the role covers employee relations, leave management, benefits, recruitment and onboarding, and HR operations, with regular travel across the state.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, fostering a respectful, inclusive culture aligned with the organization's values.
• Handle employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and recommendations.
• Guide supervisors on performance management, engagement, and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct exit and stay interviews to identify trends that inform retention and workplace culture improvements.
• Oversee all leave processes, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other leave policies relevant to state and nonprofit contexts.
• Act as the primary contact for employees navigating leave, ensuring timely and compassionate communication.
• Maintain precise records and tracking of all leave requests.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, ACA, and ERISA.
• Collaborate with leadership on return-to-work plans and reasonable accommodations.
• Support the administration of benefits programs such as health, dental, and wellness benefits.
• Assist with open enrollment, benefits education, and communications tailored to a nonprofit workforce.
• Respond to inquiries about benefits eligibility and coverage.
• Maintain benefits records and ensure regulatory compliance and reporting.\"
• Coordinate with brokers and vendors to provide cost-effective, competitive benefits offerings.
• Manage pre-employment activities including background checks, reference verifications, and new hire documentation.
• Maintain HRIS data, employee files, and required compliance reporting.
• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, benefits, payroll, and workplace practices.
• Support organizational initiatives that enhance employee engagement and align with the nonprofit mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience in a generalist or similar role, preferably within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the state for meetings, trainings, and in-person support to assigned entities.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Wellness programs

Required Experience In

• Employee relations and workplace investigations
• Leave management (FMLA, ADA, accommodations)
• Benefits administration