HR Generalist at PLANET AID INC

Elkridge, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

68000.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Compliance, Employee Relations, HRIS, Payroll Systems, Employment Law, Communication, Organization, Discretion, Collaboration, Audit

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description HR Generalist Full Time, On-Site Salary: $62,000 - $68,000 Who We Are Planet Aid is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to helping people and communities thrive. We believe that a great organization starts with great people - and our HR team is at the heart of making that happen. If you're someone who genuinely cares about the employee experience and wants to make a real impact every day, we'd love to meet you! The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced, people-centered HR Generalist to join our team. Reporting directly to the HR Manager, you'll be a trusted resource for employees at all levels - handling everything from onboarding to benefits administration to compliance. You'll bring warmth and professionalism to every interaction, balancing employee goodwill with business goals. What You'll Do Own the full onboarding experience - coordinating across departments to make every new hire's first day exceptional Serve as the go-to HR resource for employees and managers on policies, benefits, and HR processes Administer benefits programs (medical, dental, COBRA, etc.), including enrollment, billing reconciliation, and employee education Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with I-9 requirements and all applicable employment laws Track mandatory and non-mandatory training completion and conduct periodic HR file audits Handle unemployment insurance claims and assist with employee relations matters Monitor and report on employee satisfaction trends, flagging issues proactively to leadership Support planning for company events such as benefits fairs, recognition events, and team celebrations Contribute to the development and rollout of Planet Aid's HR policies Create in-house videos and materials that help employees understand their benefits clearly What We're Looking For 2+ years of HR generalist experience - you've done this work and done it well Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Solid knowledge of employment law, benefits administration, and HR best practices A warm, professional communication style - you connect easily with people at all levels strong organizational skills and attention to detail; you keep records clean and compliance tight ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment comfort working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems; experience with benefit carriers (BCBS, Voya, USAble, etc.) is a plus Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $62,000 - $68,000 annually, commensurate with experience Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage Retirement savings plan Paid time off and company holidays A collaborative, mission-driven workplace where your work genuinely matters Work Environment This is a full-time, office-based role. You'll work in a professional office setting alongside a collaborative HR team. Planet Aid values teamwork, mutual support, and a clean, respectful workplace for everyone.

Responsibilities

The HR Generalist manages the full onboarding process and serves as the primary resource for employees regarding policies and benefits. They are also responsible for maintaining compliance, administering benefit programs, and supporting employee satisfaction initiatives.