Human Resources Generalist - Medical Office

Human Resources
Reports To: Director Human Resources
Compensation:
The annualized salary range for this exempt position is $48,500 to $51,000 based on a 30-hour workweek
(60 biweekly hours).

Mission & Vision
: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Position Overview

The HR Generalist is a key contributor to a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace by supporting the people who make our mission possible. This role partners with managers and employees to support employee relations, performance management, engagement, and compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, with a strong ability to build trust, navigate sensitive situations, and drive consistent HR practices across the organization.

Employee Relations/Retention/Compliance
Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, resolving workplace concerns and mediating conflicts. Coach managers through disciplinary processes to ensure consistency, documentation, and legal compliance. Ensure MHFH practices comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Develop, update, and ensure adherence to HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook. Lead employee engagement initiatives, including surveys and recognition programs.

Administer performance management processes, including review cycles and goal-setting frameworks. Train and coach managers to deliver effective, constructive performance feedback. Support employee development through training programs and career growth initiatives. Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Performance Management
Administer performance management processes, including review cycles and goal-setting frameworks. Train and coach managers to deliver effective, constructive performance feedback.

Support employee development through training programs and career growth initiatives. Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
~3-5 years of progressive HR experience required.
~ At least 2 years of employee relations experience required.
~ HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred. Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, etc.). Experience facilitating performance management processes and employee development.

Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Ability to articulate Milwaukee Habitat’s mission and the critical need for safe, decent and affordable housing in Milwaukee to donors, prospects, volunteers and other stakeholders. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity is the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a global nonprofit housing organization. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity helps families invest in the stability and equity of homeownership.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity affirms its social and legal commitment to promote an atmosphere and environment that recognizes the principle and practice of equal employment opportunity. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status with regards to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.