Human Resources Generalist

Summary of Position:
The Baker Center for Children and Families (also known as Judge Baker Children's Center), promotes the best possible mental health of children and families through the integration of research, intervention, training, and policy. The Human Resources Generalist holds both administrative and strategic responsibilities and assists in managing the day-to-day functions of the Human Resources department, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, policy enforcement, performance management, staffing, and ad hoc HR projects.

The Human Resources Generalist reports directly to the Senior Director of Human Resources and provides effective customer (employee) experience for all Baker Center employees. This position is responsible for supporting the smooth operation of the Human Resources department.

Human Resources Generalist

Boston/Waltham

Full-time – On-site

• Great team.
• Ability to be a part of developing processes for the department and agency.

• Administers core HR operations including benefits, workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, and onboarding and separations.
• Oversees recruiting and hiring activities, workforce planning, sourcing, screening, interviewing, posting positions, and partnering with leadership on recruitment strategies.
• Manages employee relations matters including counseling, corrective action, terminations, and maintenance of compliant documentation.
• Leads performance management processes, including system design, evaluation cycles, and monitoring completion of evaluations and required training through the LMS.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, multi-state and remote worker requirements, OSHA reporting, I-9/E-Verify, and background checks.
• Develops, updates, and enforces HR policies, procedures, and organizational guidelines in alignment with legal and regulatory standards.
• Maintains accurate employee records and HR data, prepares reports, supports audits, and partners with Finance on employment verification and data accuracy.
• Coordinates HR programs and events, including staff meetings, wellness initiatives, flu clinics, and participation on Safety and Wellness Committees.
• Conducts exit interviews, analyzes trends, and partners with HR and organizational leadership to strengthen retention and leadership effectiveness.
• Stays current on HR best practices, employment legislation, and industry trends; performs special projects and other duties to support organizational operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related fields required.
• Additional experience in Human Resources may substitute for educational requirements.

• Minimum of 5 years of human resources experience working in Human Service or non-profit, behavioral health, Social Work, Clinical or Education.
• Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred.
• Experience in benefits, leave of absence, and performance management preferred.
• Experience working in HR within the not-for-profit sector preferred.
• Advanced PC skills with proficiency in Office, as well as experience with HRIS systems such as UKG, Kronos, and Ulti Pro; application tracking systems experience a plus.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HCM, and familiarity with applicant tracking systems.
• Understanding of Human Resources best practices, trends, regulatory changes, and innovative technologies in human resources and employment law.

(Cover Letter And a Recent Resume Required For Consideration.)

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000; based on experience

Open Date:
Open Until Filled

We offer medical (Blue Cross/Blue Shield), dental and vision options; 50% discount on monthly MBTA passes, immediate enrollment into retirement with company contribution 4% and match up to 4% after two years of employment. We offer opportunities to get involved in various department and organization improvement committees and activities. For a full list of benefits please visit baker center.org/benefits

Diverse and multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.