Human Resource Generalist

Position Title: HR Generalist

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: VP, Human Resources

Location: Center of Excellence (CETEC) - Atlanta, GA 30316

Position Type: Full-time

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Salary: 50k-59k

FLSA Status: Exempt

Organization Overview:

CHRIS 180 supports the mental health needs of Atlanta’s children, youth, and families. We provide critical mental and behavioral healthcare services, including therapy, counseling, and school-based support within 80+ local schools. We also offer foster care and adoption placements, safe housing, and programs that create pathways to independent living for young adults. Our over 200-person team delivers stability today while helping build thriving futures. Since our founding in 1981, we have proudly served more than 250,000 of our neighbors. Find support, get involved, and learn more about how we are building a stronger metro Atlanta community at www.chris180.org.

CHRIS 180 Values:

Creativity We are innovative agents of change identifying new solutions and approaches.

Honor We celebrate each person’s individuality and the gifts of diversity.

Respect We honor one another, treat each other with kindness and work together as a team.

Integrity We are transparent, trustworthy and accountable. Always.

Safety We create consistent environments free from danger in which people have the opportunity to grow and become the best they can be.

Department Overview

CHRIS 180 HR Department manages human resources functions at CHRIS 180, including compensation, recruitment, equal employment law, labor law compliance, employee relations, policy administration, employee benefits administration, occupational safety, risk management, personnel/payroll transactions, and other HR-related projects.

Position Description

The HR Generalist plays a critical role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources function at CHRIS 180. This position is responsible for onboarding support, HRIS administration, reporting and analytics, compliance coordination, and operational process support. The role ensures accuracy, consistency, and compliance across HR systems and processes while supporting audit readiness and creating positive employee experiences. The HR Generalist operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness, professionalism, and responsible behavior. Provides necessary human resources reports as requested. Performs special studies and projects as requested. Provides information as required for year-end fiscal reporting.

Role and Responsibilities

The primary duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Establish, maintain and update HRIS database and configuration tables to validate all information in the HRMS system, such as positions, departments, benefits, compensations, deductions, allocations, etc.
• Produce routine and ad hoc HR reports, to include personnel action reports, turnover, and external agency reporting, (weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual, etc.)
• Respond to employee inquiries about Paylocity issues in a timely manner.
• Work with HR team to ensure all information is handled in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Administrative support to the HR Department
• Assist with any duties related to new hire orientation, such as creation of new hire personnel files.
• Maintenance of current and terminated personnel files. Filing of HR documents. Records retention.
• Respond and maintain HR inbox (respond within 24 hrs to all inquiries).
• Assist with maintaining HR documents on company intranet.
• Interact effectively with internal customers and external customers.
• Must maintain highest degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy, consistency, and thoroughness in working with detailed information.

Onboarding & New Hire Support:

• Initiate onboarding ensuring all steps are completed accurately.
• Review and finalize offer letters (upload new hire documentation).
• Coordinate hiring process and communicate with hiring managers as needed.
• Launch and track candidate in Paylocity and Clear Company
• Serve as point of contact for Northside Hospital (CPE Program).

HR Data & Analytics:

• Pull and prepare HR reports, including demographics, headcount, gender data, culture indicators and all grant related reporting.
• Produce monthly clinical LEI/Medicaid compliance reports for Therapists, Nurses, Physicians, and other clinical staff.
• Gather and validate data from MyEvolve in collaboration with clinical leadership.
• Support payroll and finance with allocations-related data as needed.

HRIS Administration (Paylocity)

• Maintain and update job descriptions, compensation changes, salary adjustments, and employee records.
• Process Employee Action Forms (EAFs) in a timely manner.
• Complete all HRIS system tasks and workflow actions in Paylocity.
• Train staff on Paylocity platform functionality.

Compliance & Background Checks:

• Manage background checks processes and create coupon codes through Idememia.
• Reconcile Drug & TB screening invoices (Quest Diagnostics) and MVR checks with Payroll/Finance
• Run drivers license and insurance verification reports to ensure audit readiness.

HR Reporting, Documentation, & Systems Support:

• Prepare monthly HR KPI reports for senior and executive leadership.
• Create and maintain HR dashboard with quarterly updates.
• Maintain organizational and integrity of the HR drive and personnel documentation.
• Support Paylocity optimization efforts, including benefits functionality and Sage Intacct interfacing.

Qualifications/Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, i.e., Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related experience
• At least 2 years of experience in human resources, functioning as a coordinator or generalist in a small to mid-size company/organization.
• Strong knowledge of HR databases (Paylocity experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of ATS systems (Clear Company preferred)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite specifically in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong time management, research, and reporting skills
• Able to work with time-sensitive deliverables.
• Strong project/program management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and to navigate employees through a variety of organizational changes, such as organizational transitions.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Meticulous attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information.

Total Rewards for working at CHRIS 180

• Competitive Salary
• Competitive 403 (b) benefit defined contribution plan
• Healthcare insurance options including HMO or PPO
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Short term disability paid by CHRIS 180
• Basic life insurance 1x times your salary
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• PTO & company holidays
• Discounted college tuition for select colleges and universities
• Hybrid/in-office schedule based on department needs.

Schedule

This is a full-time hybrid position and typically works Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (2 wfh days/3 in-office days).

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.