Human Resources Generalist in Kansas City, Missouri at Jewish Vocational Service (JVS)

The HR Generalist oversees the core people and HR infrastructure that enables smooth operations, including recruiting, onboarding/offboarding, performance management, HRIS data, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and compliance. By strengthening these systems and providing clear, reliable processes, this role ensures staff are well-supported and equipped to do their best work in service of our mission. Working closely with managers and leadership, the HR Generalist helps maintain a values-aligned, equitable, and well-resourced workplace that enables both employees and programs to thrive.

Talent Management and HR Analytics

• Oversee employee recruitment and hiring, partnering with hiring managers to source, attract, and hire qualified candidates to fill open positions in a strategic and timely manner.
• Facilitate employee onboarding and offboarding processes by partnering with managers and the Senior Office & Technology Manager to ensure all required tasks are completed, while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and enhance the employee experience.
• Conduct new hire orientation and serve as central point of contact to support new hires and hiring managers.
• Track, analyze, and report on HR metrics for leadership and Board use (eg: hiring pipeline data, average time to fill, turnover rates, employee satisfaction/pulse data).

Employee Engagement and Performance Management

• Coordinate employee recognition programs and develop ongoing employee engagement, inclusion, and retention strategies.
• Facilitate annual performance review cycle, including mid-year check-in and 90-day introductory period reviews, and support managers in use of performance management tools.
• Administer ongoing training and development for staff, including organizing and facilitating all-staff and manager meetings as needed.
• Partner with leadership to foster a healthy, safe, and values-aligned organizational culture and work environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Partner with benefits broker and CFAO on annual benefits renewal and open enrollment.
• Review and reconcile benefits enrollments and carrier invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure employee compensation aligns with established salary ranges; provide status change notifications and process related HRIS updates.
• Coordinate with payroll administrator for payroll processing, PTO, employee data management and filing; serve as back up payroll processor, as needed.
• Serve as JVS liaison for Intrater Staff Scholarships, managing internal application timeline and process, and communications with scholarship committee/Jewish Community Foundation.

HR Compliance and Employee Support

• Coordinate employee handbook updates and policy revisions with leadership and external HR/compliance partners, as directed
• Maintain HR compliance calendars and support completion of required employment-related notices, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Serve as staff point of contact for requests for leave of absence requests including FMLA, worker’s compensation and reasonable accommodations processes; coordinate documentation and administrative tracking.
• Provide compliance-related data and administrative support for reporting requirements, including AA/EEO, workers compensation, and unemployment matters.
• Serve as point of contact for staff regarding personnel matters, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate documentation.

Perform other duties as may be required by supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible HR administration experience.
• HR certification preferred (Eg: SHRM, PHR, SPHR, etc.)
• Valid driver license with classification appropriate to operate JVS vehicles, valid auto insurance, clean driving record with no moving violations within the past three years.

Skills Needed

• Hands-on HRIS experience (Paylocity preferred).
• Strong organizational, time and project management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage and improve HR processes while effectively prioritizing, and executing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical-thinking, and problem solving skills required.
• Ability to be self-directed and highly flexible in daily work.
• Ability to work effectively in an environment that is multicultural and multilingual.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop positive working relationships with both internal and external collaborators.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Word, Excel, Google Docs and internet-based communication.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Position requires some flexibility in schedule, with some weekends and/or evenings required.
• This position will primarily be a coordinator of services, with the majority of responsibilities to be performed in office.
• Occasional travel to community events, public service providers, and other service locations will be necessary. Use of personal vehicle is necessary with mileage reimbursement.
• Much of the work is typically performed in an interior temperature-controlled office work environment. Position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Some work may be performed at community sites such as other agency offices, schools, libraries, and other public meeting places. Employees may experience exposure to temperature extremes when in training situations, in a car, and while traveling to contacts outside of the agency facility.
• Position requires frequent bending, squatting, sitting, standing, pulling, pushing, lifting, and moving items that may weigh up to 50 lbs.