Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist works with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure consistent, fair, and effective administration of HR policies, programs, and practices. This position plays a key role in recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance. The HR Generalist partners with managers and all team members to maintain compliance with employment laws, support employee engagement efforts, and contribute to organizational effectiveness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding (25%)

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, applicant screening, interviews, and reference checks.
• Partner with hiring managers to ensure equitable and compliant hiring processes.
• Facilitate onboarding for new employees, covering required documentation, benefits enrollment, and organizational culture.
• Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS and ensure completion of employment eligibility verification and background checks.

Employee Relations & Engagement (10%)

• Serve as a primary contact for employee questions regarding HR programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in conducting employee engagement surveys and developing follow-up action plans.
• Support performance management cycles, including annual reflections.

Compensation, Benefits & HRIS (25%)

• Administer employee benefits, including eligibility tracking, enrollment, and annual renewals.
• Liaise with benefit providers to address employee inquiries and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Collaborate with Finance on payroll changes, time off accruals, and compensation updates in the HRIS.
• Support merit and cost-of-living adjustments as directed by leadership.

Compliance & Safety (15%)

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and reporting requirements.
• Maintain and update employee records, policies, and the Employee Handbook.
• Support safety initiatives, including the Accident Prevention Program and incident response tracking.
• Assist in audits and reporting for local, state, and federal agencies.

Training & Development (5%)

• Coordinate compliance-related training for staff and supervisors.
• Track participation in training programs and maintain required documentation.

Organizational & Administrative Support (20%)

• Partner with the Chief of Staff on administrative office management, including ordering, equipment maintenance, and team assignments.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of federal and Washington State employment laws and regulations.
• Skilled in using HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to analyze issues and exercise sound judgment in handling confidential or sensitive matters.

In addition to the skills above, the Human Resources Generalist is expected to:

• Represent Greentrike and the administrative team while contributing to an inclusive workplace culture with an interest in understanding a range of diverse cultural differences and the ability to work effectively with people from a range of social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
• Commit to incorporating the practices and ethos of Justice, Equity, Diversity, Access, and Inclusion (JEDAI) in all facets of your work
• Reflect professionalism in demeanor and attire
• Be flexible and willing to go the extra mile

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in HR generalist or equivalent functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• HRCI (PHR or SPHR) or SHRM certification.
• Nonprofit or Washington State HR experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform office work using a computer for extended periods.

Organization Description:

Greentrike honors children and champions play. Greentrike’s staff work diligently to maximize every moment and every dollar to impact Greentrike’s health and the experience we provide our community. We focus first on Greentrike, second on the Team, and lastly upon ourselves.

As an employee and representative of Greentrike, we strive to model Greentrike’s core beliefs and culture:

Eternal optimism: We show up with hope, curiosity, and confidence in what’s possible. With both humility and pride in our work, we bring positive energy, support one another, and choose growth over perfection.

Fostering belonging through inclusion, equity, access, and opportunity: We create spaces where every person is valued, welcomed, and safe. We honor diverse identities, practice equity-centered decision-making, and ensure everyone has the opportunity to participate and thrive.

The joy, wonder, and power of play: Play fuels our creativity, wonder, and willingness to take risks. Guided by a strong image of the child, we embrace exploration, imagination, and the freedom to be -ISHY.

Building bridges, blazing trails, and fostering collaboration: We work together with trust and shared purpose. Through strong relationships, innovative thinking, and collective responsibility, we create new pathways and inspire others to center children and families.

Engaging minds, hearts, and voices: We care for one another through thoughtful, open, and respectful communication. We elevate voices, practice gratitude, and nurture accountability so everyone is heard and supported.

The right to kindness, beauty, and quality: We bring intention, polish, and excellence to everything we do. By offering grace and honoring work-life balance, we foster environments where people and ideas can flourish.

Listening, measuring, learning, and improving: We grow through reflection, data, and shared learning. With high expectations and a human-centered approach, we continuously improve while staying playful and mission-focused.

Greentrike is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Greentrike prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against employees (and applicants) in regard to compensation or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, religion, color, gender, pregnancy, age, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation (including gender identity and gender expression), genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Greentrike also prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against employees and applicants based upon their association with a person who is a member of a protected class.

Greentrike is committed to reflecting the diverse communities it serves. We work to ensure our hiring practices are diverse, equitable, accessible, and inclusive. We strive to make Greentrike the best place we've ever worked.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $77,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience administering benefits for a company. How many employees did you manage, and what were the benefits?
• Describe how you stay up to date on emerging HR topics and changing labor laws.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Human Resources: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Work Location: In person