Human Resources Generalist

United Way for Greater Austin

. Manage full-cycle recruitment for various positions across the organization .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruitment, employee lifecycle management, and compliance with employment laws. Proficient in building relationships with educational institutions and managing HRIS/ATS systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle RecruitmentEmployee Lifecycle ManagementPayroll AdministrationHRIS/ATS ProficiencyKnowledge of Employment Laws

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Hard Skills

RecruitingSourcingOnboardingBenefits AdministrationPayroll ProcessingHR ReportingCompliance ManagementTalent Pipeline DevelopmentInterview CoordinationEmployee Relations

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteHRIS SystemsApplicant Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PHR CertificationSHRM-CP Certification

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesRecruitment StrategiesInternship ProgramsCommunity PartnershipsEmployment Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage full-cycle recruitment for various positions across the organization
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruiting strategies
Source, screen, and interview candidates
Coordinate interviews and facilitate the offer process
Maintain applicant tracking system records and recruitment metrics
Build and maintain talent pipelines
Develop relationships with colleges, universities, technical schools, and community organizations
Represent the organization at job fairs, career events, networking functions, and community outreach programs
Coordinate campus recruiting initiatives and internship opportunities
Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and engagement of interns
Coordinate internship schedules, projects, and evaluations
Facilitate new-hire onboarding, orientation, and paperwork
Coordinate employee separations, exit interviews, and offboarding processes
Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with policies and regulations
Assist employees with benefits enrollment and questions
Support open enrollment, benefits communications, and documentation
Assist with payroll processing, audits, and employee payroll inquiries
Maintain employee files and HR records
Assist with employee relations matters and HR programs
Support compliance with employment laws
Prepare HR reports and metrics
Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Report directly to the Chief People Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
2-5 years of Human Resources experience, with emphasis on recruiting and employee lifecycle management
Experience with payroll and benefits administration preferred
Experience working with universities, internship programs, or community partnerships is a plus
Strong recruiting and sourcing skills
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS/ATS systems
Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits administration support and employee benefits enrollment assistance
Annual open enrollment support
Payroll support
Internship program coordination and engagement
Inclusive workplace committed to employee thriving and diversity
Opportunity to make a direct impact on organizational growth and employee experience