What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Advisor/Generalist position at CATHOLIC CHARITIES MAINE?
Catholic Charities Maine is seeking an experienced HR Advisor/Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations and provide guidance to employees and supervisors across the organization. This role serves as a trusted HR resource and plays an important part in recruiting, onboarding, leave administration, compliance, and employee support. This position is Full-Time, 40 hours per week and will start in Auburn with plans to move to Lewiston in the Fall of 2026.
Definition: The HR Advisor/Generalist plays a key role in delivering day-to-day HR services to all levels of our organization. You will develop and administer HR programs, support leadership development and succession planning, and help drive meaningful change across the Agency. This position is responsible for maintaining positive relationships with team members through the consistent and fair application of policies — while also identifying opportunities to improve how we work through technology, data, and AI-powered tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies, workplace concerns, and HR procedures.
- Support leaders with performance management, conflict resolution, and employee relations issues.
- Manage recruitment processes including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks, and offers.
- Coordinate onboarding to ensure a positive new hire experience.
- Administer employee leave programs including FMLA, disability, and workers’ compensation.
- Maintain accurate employee data within the HRIS system and support HR compliance reporting.
Benefits:
- A choice of three (3) comprehensive medical plans
- Dental & Vision Insurance options
- Short- and long-term disability, life insurance (employer paid!)
- Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness insurance with a paid Health Screening Benefit
- Six (6) weeks of -Paid Time Off (PTO) (first year!) plus an additional six (6) paid agency holidays!
- Bereavement Time off
- Employee Assistance Plan
- 401k agency contribution
- Health and Wellness programs including up to $100 reimbursement per year on health and wellness purchases, as well as access to group & individual wellness coaching.
You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hrdepartment@ccmaine.org), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.
Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and Affirmative Action/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org/employment
Qualifications:Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent HR experience.
- Working knowledge of employment laws including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA.
- Experience with HRIS systems (experience with Paycom preferred).
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Preferred qualifications include PHR or SHRM-CP certification and experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
Salary : $55,000