Human Resources Generalist

Job Description Job Description Fourth Presbyterian Church Job Announcement: Human Resources Generalist (HRG) Classification: Non-Exempt; Hourly Status: Part-Time Limited Duration: Summer 2025 Reports To: Senior HR Manager Are you looking for us? As a Human Resources Generalist with experience in a variety of HR functions, you are an emotionally intelligent and collaborative professional. You can work collaboratively in a growing team and effectively support your team, and you are comfortable working independently. You build relationships and partnerships naturally, are excited to grow, and are invigorated by proposing solutions to complex challenges. The idea of jumping in and updating processes and practices excites you, while being equally excited about organizational culture, employee engagement, and employee retention. Your guiding light is tied to a larger purpose, and you are comfortable in a progressive, faith-based environment. Passion for all people is your hallmark (colleagues, community members, congregants, etc.), and you put your passion into action through strong anti-racist HR leadership and practices. Summary Description The HR Generalist will assist the Senior HR Manager with the department’s day-to-day operations, including processing payroll, benefits, and employee leave; file management; interviewing and hiring; orientation/onboarding ; employee engagement and retention; performance management; training and development; planning company events; and ensuring compliance with governmental laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. The HR Generalist will work with the Director of HR and Senior HR Manager to build an HR department that aligns with organizational values and fosters strong partnerships with other departments and vendors. Using an anti-racist and equity lens, the HR Generalist will help design and implement solutions that ensure the organization maintains a culture focused on employee development, engagement, and retention. What We Offer: • Hands-on experience across a range of HR functions • Supportive and collaborative team environment • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful HR initiatives over the summer Schedule This is a seasonal summer position starting in April and may be extended. The schedule is Monday through Friday. This is an in-person position, and work hours are flexible. Essential Functions • Assist with duties and responsibilities essential to HR administration, including processing payroll, benefits, and leave; file management; interviewing and hiring; orientation/onboarding ; employee engagement and retention; performance management; training/development ; planning company events; and compliance with governmental laws and regulations, and company policies and procedures. • Ensure the accuracy of payroll and benefits enrollments/deductions in the HRIS, and provide vendors with accurate enrollment information. Assist with completing payroll/benefits projects and reporting. • Collaborate with the HR Manager and departmental managers to recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job candidates for open positions. Assist with completing background checks and employment eligibility verifications, and assist with implementing new hire orientation. • Update employee files and HRIS for all employee lifecycle processes from recruiting through offboarding, including reviewing, tracking, and documenting compliance with training, continuing education, and certifications. • Handle employment-related inquiries from job candidates, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the HR Manager. • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and best practices; review policies and procedures to maintain compliance. • Maintain knowledge of changes in HR trends, best practices, new technologies, and employment law, and make recommendations to improve HR processes and systems. • Assist in planning monthly and annual staff events. • Perform other duties as assigned. Payroll and Benefits Administration • Process payroll on time and accurately, in compliance with government laws and regulations, and in collaboration with the Finance Department to ensure internal controls are followed. Report any discrepancies to the HR Manager. • Assist with administering employee benefits, including effective staff communication and education, smooth staff enrollment, and updating benefits enrollments and deductions in vendor systems and the HRIS. • Counsel and assist employees on matters relating to benefits enrollments, including making changes to their enrollments. • Help review insurance carrier billings, check for accuracy and appropriate charges, and make necessary updates or changes. • Recommend modifications to existing benefit plans to improve services to employees in a cost-effective manner. Required Skills and Abilities • High degree of emotional intelligence and flexibility in a dynamic culture. • Excellent customer service, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. • Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. • Ability to prioritize tasks effectively. • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. • Solid knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. • Knowledge of the Paylocity HRIS system is a plus. • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. • Ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems. Education and Experience • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. • At least two years of human resources experience required, including experience in payroll and benefits, talent acquisition, talent management, talent retention, and compliance. • Experience with ADP Workforce Now HRIS is a plus. Compensation Range: $23 – $25 per hour (depending on experience) Physical Requirements • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. • Must be able to lift 15 to 25 pounds at times. • Must be able to access and navigate each department within the organization’s facilities. The physical demands and work environment described here represent those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with different abilities to perform these functions. • If current health conditions dictate, one must be able to participate in virtual communications, including email, video conferencing, and other online tools used to support a virtual office culture and collaborative work. • Smoke- and drug-free (illegal or recreational) environment. • Fourth aims for accessibility in any off-site location under our control; however, some locations may not be fully accessible. • This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and scanners. Employees are regularly required to communicate effectively via computer, phone, and in person. • This role requires frequent sitting. • The Fourth Presbyterian Church/Chicago Lights office is located in downtown Chicago. EEO Statement Fourth Presbyterian Church/Chicago Lights is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, without regard to race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status or familial status, veteran status, military status, source of income, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Fourth Church/Chicago Lights seeks to build and retain a diverse staff and is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated as a respected and valued member of the team. Fourth Church/Chicago Lights is committed to elevating the voices of women, young people, people of color, Native people, immigrants and refugees, low-income people, LGBQ, and transgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary people, people with disabilities, and young parents. We encourage people from these communities to apply.

Location: Chicago, IL, US

Posted Date: 4/30/2025