Human Resources (HR) Generalist

We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Generalist to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Wallingford, Connecticut on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support day-to-day HR operations for a workforce of more than 200 employees, helping maintain accurate records, a positive employee experience, and dependable administrative processes. This position offers the opportunity to contribute across several core HR functions, including benefits support, leave tracking, onboarding coordination, compliance activities, and reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage routine HR administrative activities that support employees and leaders across the organization, ensuring timely and accurate handling of personnel matters. • Maintain employee records within the HRIS and verify data integrity for new hires, status updates, compensation changes, and separations. • Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation, communication, and required follow-up steps for a smooth employee transition. • Provide day-to-day support for benefits administration by responding to employee questions, assisting with enrollments, and helping resolve coverage-related issues. • Track leave requests and related documentation while helping ensure processes align with applicable policies and compliance standards. • Monitor training and certification requirements to help the organization stay current with mandatory learning and audit readiness. • Assist with employee relations matters by responding to inquiries, escalating concerns when appropriate, and supporting consistent HR practices. • Prepare HR reports and workforce data summaries to support operational decisions, compliance needs, and internal recordkeeping. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

• At least 2 years of experience in human resources, including broad exposure to HR administration and employee support.
• Practical knowledge of onboarding, benefits coordination, employee status changes, and general HR operations.
• Experience using HRIS platforms to enter, update, and review employee information accurately.
• Familiarity with employee relations practices and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Understanding of leave administration, compliance-related documentation, and HR record management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with employees, managers, and cross-functional partners.