Mission & About Us

Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai'i's youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.

Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, and therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs.

Role Overview:

Hale Kipa is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Human Resources Generalist to support the day-to-day human resources administration for our nonprofit organization.

The Human Resources Generalist supports the daily operations of the HR department and will work closely with the Senior Human Resources Manager to ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and support the organization’s workforce needs. This role is best suited for someone who enjoys supporting others, maintaining organized systems, and helping HR processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal and state labor laws, agency contract requirements, including reporting and document management
• Benefits Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for external benefits providers and insurance carriers. Coordinate open enrollment, benefits changes and any employee inquiries
• Record Keeping: Maintain the employee personnel files. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all employee life events, including hires, promotions, transfers, and separations
• Recruitment: Work closely with department managers to identify staffing needs, support recruitment efforts, and coordinate hiring activities. Manage company job postings. Coordinate pre-employment requirements, such as clearances and background checks. Prepare and organize new hire paperwork and onboarding materials.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma and at least 1 year of experience in human resources, office administration, or a related administrative supportive role. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage deadlines, follow checklists and complete tasks accurately. Professional, friendly, and service-oriented communication style. Ability to work independently and in a team setting. Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources. Professional Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM-CP certification. 2 or more years of experience in human resources or nonprofit administration. Working knowledge of the ADP payroll platform. Familiarity with Hawaii employment practices/laws. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license
• Current auto insurance and safety check

Job Type

• In-person/On-site

Benefits

• Medical/Drug/Vision/Dental
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO) / 6 Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Access to Voluntary Insurance Plans

An EEO Employer