HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

at  Bellarmine Preparatory School

JOB OVERVIEW:

Bellarmine is seeking a dynamic Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support and enhance the experience of employees. The HR Generalist will play a crucial role in supporting the school’s mission by ensuring alignment with Catholic, Jesuit values and managing human resources functions. This position requires a blend of HR expertise, a commitment to educational excellence, and an understanding of the Jesuit tradition. The HR Generalist will support all school employees, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of prior experience in HR roles.
• Knowledge of Catholic, Jesuit values and a commitment to upholding them.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in an educational or religious institution.

• Recruitment and Onboarding
• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs.
• Coordinate the recruitment process, including job postings, interviews, and candidate selection.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a seamless transition into the Bellarmine community.
• Manage Safe-Environment Training and background checks for new employees and volunteers.
• Employee Relations
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns.
• Promote a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Address employee relations questions and situations in a timely and confidential manner.
• Compensation and Benefits Administration
• Conduct regular benefit and salary benchmarking and analysis to maintain competitive compensation packages.
• Manage the employee review process.
• Produce annual contracts and agreements for employees.
• Process employee compensation changes.
• Administer employee benefits programs and open enrollment process, including health insurance, retirement and leave plans.
• Provide guidance to employees on benefits-related matters.
• Policy Development, Compliance and Data Reporting
• Develop and update HR policies in alignment with Catholic, Jesuit principles.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and school policies.
• Process L&I claims, FMLA, PFML, disability and COBRA paperwork.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, including performance evaluations, disciplinary actions and employee files.
• Prepare reports for school administration and regulatory bodies as needed.
• Collaborate with departments across campus to complete required reports and data collection.
• Stay informed about HR best practices and bring innovative ideas to the school’s administration.
• Campus Climate, Culture and Wellness
• Support initiatives that foster a sense of community and shared values among staff.
• Integrate Catholic Jesuit values into HR practices and programs.
• Develop and lead employee health and wellness programs.