Human Resources (HR) Generalist
- Mystic, CT, United States
$30 to $50 USD / hour
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- $30 to $50 USD / hour
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support a broad range of HR activities for a small organization. This contract position is ideal for someone who can independently manage day-to-day HR operations while partnering with leadership on workforce planning and organizational priorities. The role requires hands-on experience across benefits administration, payroll processing, compliance, recruiting, and employee support, along with the ability to work effectively across multiple business functions.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily human resources operations, serving as the primary contact for HR-related questions and employee support needs.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, updates, and issue resolution, while ensuring accurate documentation and timely communication.
- Process payroll and maintain accurate records related to compensation, deductions, and time-sensitive employee data.
- Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts, from job posting and candidate coordination through offer support, onboarding, and new employee integration.
- Maintain HR records and system data ensuring information is current, organized, and compliant with company requirements.
- Support compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and HR best practices through audits, recordkeeping, and process oversight.
- Partner with leaders across departments to align HR initiatives with business goals and workforce needs.
- Coordinate onboarding and other employee lifecycle activities to create a smooth and positive experience from onboarding through ongoing employment
- Proven experience as an HR Generalist supporting multiple core human resources functions with minimal supervision.
- Strong background in benefits administration, payroll processing, and HR compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead full-cycle recruiting and manage onboarding for new employees.
- Knowledge of employee relations practices and confidence handling routine HR matters with professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to balance strategic collaboration with hands-on execution in a standalone or highly independent HR role.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication skills across all levels of an organization.
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Skills
- Payroll
- Documentation
- Communication skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Employment law
- Recordkeeping
- Onboarding
- Recruitment
- Employee relations
- Collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail