HR Associate - Remote | WFH

**Organization Overview**

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting LGBTQ+ youth from the harms of homelessness and empowering them with the tools needed to live independently. Founded in 2002, our organization provides comprehensive services including housing, healthcare, and educational support to over 2,000 youth annually. Our mission is to create an affirming and supportive environment where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive.

**Position: HR Associate**

• Schedule:** Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm, with 1 remote day per week
  
  

**Position Summary**

As an HR Associate, you'll play a vital role in supporting our HR department across various functions. Your contributions will ensure smooth HR operations and help foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our organization and the lives of the youth we serve.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Recruitment and Onboarding
• Drive our hiring process by posting job vacancies, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews
• Coordinate a welcoming onboarding experience for new hires, interns, and volunteers
• Conduct thorough background checks and reference verifications
• Employee Relations
• Serve as a friendly point of contact for employee inquiries about HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Contribute to resolving employee issues and escalate complex matters when necessary
• Support engaging employee initiatives and events
• Conduct insightful exit interviews and report findings to management
• HR Administration
• Maintain accurate employee records in our HRIS system
• Prepare and process various HR documents with attention to detail
• Assist with payroll processing to ensure timely and accurate compensation
• Manage the HR email inbox, providing prompt and helpful responses
• Compliance and Reporting
• Help ensure our organization's compliance with employment laws and regulations
• Assist in preparing informative HR reports and metrics
• Support internal audits and compliance checks
• Oversee important annual processes such as wage notifications and employee evaluations
• Training and Development
• Coordinate logistics for engaging training sessions and workshops
• Maintain comprehensive training records
• Contribute to the development of effective training materials
• Special Projects and Initiatives
• Support exciting HR initiatives such as diversity and inclusion programs
• Participate in team meetings and contribute your ideas to HR strategy discussions
  
  

**Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience in a nonprofit or social services environment is valued
  
  

**Skills We're Looking For**

• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom) is a plus
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Detail-oriented approach with strong problem-solving abilities
  
  

**What We Offer**

• Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000
• Full-Time, Non-Exempt position
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated team making a real difference in young lives
• Professional growth and development opportunities
  
  

**Reporting Structure**

• Reports To: HR Generalist
• Department: Administration
  
  

Join our team and help create a supportive environment where both our staff and the youth we serve can thrive. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you!

Employment Type: Full-Time