Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist School: Elmwood Village Charter Schools (EVCS) Location: Buffalo, NY (On-Site, Multi-Campus Support) Status: Full-Time / Exempt Reports to : Director of Operations Oversees : Payroll Specialist & HR Assistant About Elmwood Village Charter School The Elmwood Village Charter Schools provide a stimulating and engaging learning environment that recognizes student capability, fosters their connectedness to their immediate and broader communities, and offers them ways to contribute to school life. EVCS believes that all students can and will learn at high levels when provided with the right learning conditions. The Role The Human Resources Generalist plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the HR department at Elmwood Village Charter Schools. This position is responsible for executing a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment and staffing, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, regulatory compliance, and maintaining accurate personnel records. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented professional who thrives in an educational environment and is deeply committed to supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace for our instructional and non-instructional staff. Essential Responsibilities & Duties Recruitment, Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Manage the full-cycle recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for instructional, administrative, and support staff (posting jobs, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, making offers, preparing offer letters, and providing a welcoming introduction to the EVCS work culture). Partner with leaders and hiring managers to identify staffing needs and talent gaps. Lead the onboarding process, ensuring all new hires complete required documentation, onboarding trainings, and background checks/fingerprinting clearance via the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Conduct new hire orientations to introduce employees to EVCS culture, policies, and benefits. Benefits & Compensation Administration Coordinate open enrollment and administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans (including coordination with the New York State Teachers' Retirement System - NYSTRS, if applicable). Assist employees with benefits inquiries, open enrollment periods, form completion, and life event changes. Oversee payroll processing and accurate tracking of hours, leaves of absence, paid time off (PTO), accurate deductions, and salary adjustments. Compliance & Record Keeping Maintain meticulous, confidential personnel files in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as NYSED and charter authorizer requirements. Track and audit employee certifications, licenses, and continuing education credits to ensure compliance with New York State teaching requirements. Assist with annual reporting requirements (e.g., BEDS data, EEO-1, OSHA logs). Employee Relations & Culture Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee inquiries regarding school policies, procedures, and workplace concerns. Promote a positive, inclusive school culture aligned with EVCS's core values of community, collaboration, and social justice. Assist leadership with the annual performance evaluation process. Training and Compliance Organize annual required trainings and ensure employee completion (i.e. Title IX, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Violence/Safety) Conduct investigations related to policy violations, grievances, or complaints in accordance with EVCS policies, and federal and state laws Support managers with consistent application of corrective and disciplinary actions Serve as the Civil Rights Compliance Officer (CRCO) and Title IX Coordinator Collaborate with legal counsel to maintain the employee handbook annually Serve as the primary liaison with legal counsel in personnel matters Qualifications & Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field. Masters Degree highly valued. Certification: PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification highly preferred. Experience: 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a K-12 education setting, charter school, or non-profit organization. Knowledge : Strong understanding of federal and New York State labor laws (FMLA, PFL, ADA, Workers' Comp), and Title IX. Technology : Proficiency with HRIS platforms, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Payroll systems, and Microsoft Office Suite / Google Workspace. Discretion & Trust: Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost integrity. Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented school environment. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Philosophy: Deep alignment with the EVCS mission, including a commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and student agency. Resilience: A proactive, "can-do" attitude and the ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced school environment. Cultural Competence: A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all HR practices. What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience. (Salary range $50,000-$65,000) Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Plan) A supportive, mission-driven school culture. The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of students in the Buffalo community. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via the school's online application portal at EVCS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex including pregnancy, gender, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest record, conviction record, familial status, domestic violence victim status, immigration or citizenship status, individual's or dependent's reproductive health decision making, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Job Attachment : View Attachment Salary: From : 50000.00 Salary: To : 65000.00 Salary Competitive : Y Appointment Status : Annual Contract Position Status : Full time Start Date : 07/01/2026 Required Certification Type : Other Certification not Listed Other Certification Type(s) : PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Contact Person's Name : Danielle Bruno Contact Person's Title : Director of Schools Contact Person's Phone : ... Contact Person's Email : ...