Senior HR Generalist at Goodwill Northern Michigan

Traverse City, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Onboarding, HR Communications, Training, Leaves of Absence, FMLA, ADA Accommodations, HRIS/HCM, Compliance, Process Improvement, Investigations, Corrective Action, Audits, Unemployment Claims, Relationship Building

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description Join a mission-driven organization where your HR expertise directly supports the people who serve our community. Goodwill Northern Michigan is seeking a Senior HR Generalist who enjoys hands-on HR work and being a trusted, go-to resource for managers and employees across a multi-site organization. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role supports day-to-day HR operations while helping ensure consistency, compliance, and a positive employee experience. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to managers and employees Handle employee relations matters, including investigations and corrective action support Administer employee benefits and coordinate annual open enrollment in partnership with Benefit Broker Oversee new employee onboarding and orientation activities Develop and deliver clear HR communications Develop and assist with employee and manager training Administer Leaves of Absence and FMLA; support ADA accommodations Maintain accurate, confidential employee records in the HCM/HRIS system Support audits, unemployment claims, and compliance documentation Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and workflows Assist with HR projects and initiatives, contributing to organizational objectives Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field 5+ years of progressive HR generalist experience Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices Excellent communication, judgment, and relationship-building skills HRIS/HCM experience required (Paylocity a plus) PHR/SPHR certification preferred Why Join Us Make a meaningful impact every day Support a mission-driven, people-focused nonprofit Work in a fast-paced role where no two days are the same Physical Requirements Prolonged computer work; occasional lifting up to 15 lbs; ability to travel between organizational sites.

Responsibilities

This role provides day-to-day HR support, guidance, and handles employee relations matters including investigations and corrective actions for a multi-site organization. Key duties also involve administering benefits, overseeing onboarding, managing leaves of absence, and maintaining accurate employee records in the HRIS.