Senior Human Resources Generalist

5 days ago

Washington, DC, United States IDB Global Federal Credit Union Full time

Senior HR Generalist

Administration

Full-time/Exempt Position

Reports to: Chief People Officer

Location: Washington, DC/Hybrid
Position Summary

The Senior HR Generalist plays a critical role in supporting and enhancing the organization's human resource capabilities by delivering efficient and compliant HR services. This hands-on role is responsible for day-to-day HR operations, including employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and talent acquisition. The HR Generalist will serve as a key resource for employees and managers, partner closely with the HR and OD Specialist to ensure a smooth onboarding experience, and act as a backup for payroll and benefits processing.

This position is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a generalist capacity, enjoys streamlining processes, and is passionate about building a best-in-class HR function in a growing, mission-driven financial institution.

Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Compliance

  • Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and policy interpretation.
  • Support employee relations by providing coaching to managers and ensuring consistent, legally compliant practices.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state labor laws; ensure compliance with employment regulations.
  • Conduct investigations as needed and assist in resolution of workplace concerns.
  • Benefits & Leave Administration
  • Manage employee benefit programs including health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, and 401(k).
  • Handle day-to-day benefits inquiries and coordinate open enrollment.
  • Administer leave of absence requests in compliance with FMLA and state-specific regulations.
  • Act as backup for benefits processing and carrier communications.
  • Payroll Support
  • Serve as backup for semimonthly payroll processing, including reviewing timesheets, entering data, and auditing payroll reports.
  • Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with policies and wage/hour laws.
  • Recruitment & Onboarding Support
  • Partner with hiring managers to coordinate full-cycle recruiting for open positions.
  • Draft job descriptions and postings, screen applicants, schedule interviews, and manage offer letters.
  • Main point of contact for outsourced recruiting support
  • Assist in new hire onboarding and ensure smooth transitions for new employees.
  • Manage temporary staffing needs for special projects.
  • HR Operations & System Maintenance
  • Maintain accurate, compliant employee records
  • Support efforts to streamline and automate HR processes.
  • Assist in the creation and updating of HR related policies and procedures
  • Maintenance and updates HRIS, Performance Management system
  • Assists with the annual performance review process
  • Assist with HR metrics, reporting, and audit preparation.
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements

Requirements/Qualifications

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist or HR Manager role.
  • Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
  • Experience administering benefits and supporting payroll processes.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
Preferred:
  • Experience in a financial institution or highly regulated industry.
  • HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).
  • Experience with Paylocity or similar HRIS/payroll systems.
  • Familiarity with 401(k) administration and compliance practices.
  • Spanish language proficiency.


Salary Description

$80,000.00-$110,000.00

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