Hr Generalist 10 Hours Per Week

The Center for Children’s Advocacy has an opening for a part-time Human Resources Generalist position for 10 hours/week.

The Center for Children’s Advocacy (CCA), is a non-profit organization with a staff of 27 that is dedicated to fighting for the legal rights of Connecticut’s most vulnerable children. To learn more about the Center for Children’s Advocacy, please visit CCA’s website at www.cca-ct.org. CCA’s mission is to protect and promote the legal rights of Connecticut’s low-income children and youth so they have equitable opportunities for good health, a quality education and a successful transition to adulthood. CCA provides legal representation and advocates for system reforms to ensure at-risk children’s basic needs are met and they receive appropriate services from the juvenile justice, education, child welfare, health care and court systems.

CCA is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. CCA is also committed to advancing racial justice, cultural competence and anti-racism practices and policies internally as well as in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The HR position will be responsible for the following duties:

· Manage the staffing process, including recruiting, assisting in forming hiring committees for interviewing candidates, including DEI related questions, checking references and assisting with the onboarding process for new employees.

· Ensure job descriptions are up to date and compliant with all local, state and federal regulations.

· Support development of training materials to help ensure employees understand their job responsibilities.

· Work with HR consultant, EANE, to provide professional development opportunities for staff and management (e.g. management training on supervision and implicit bias, management skill initiatives etc.).

· Create a compensation strategy for all employees based on market research and pay surveys; keep the strategy up to date, and work with CCA management and Finance Director to establish salary scales and benefits in line with market analysis.

· Ensure the organization’s compliance with local, state and federal regulations.

· Ensure CCA’s Employee Handbook remains up to date and ensure policies are applied consistently and maintain HR systems and processes.

· Maintain company organization charts and employee directory.

· Design and implement employee retention strategies.

· Provide HR related updates at staff meetings and coordinate with CCA’s DEI Committee to promote diversity, equity and inclusion at the organization.

· Track Employee PTO/Sick Time.

· Conduct exit interviews.

· Work with Benefits Broker to plan CCA’s Annual Benefits Plan; Staff liaison during the year to provide support, advocacy and inquiry for health insurance/FSA claims and benefits including retirement account.

· Point person for employee-related insurance programs – Workers Compensation, Unemployment Insurance Benefits claims. Handle and process DOL claims and paperwork with Finance Director as needed.

· Other tasks as necessary.

Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrated commitment and experience in HR related fields. Candidates should have:

· A bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, organizational development, business or related area with three or more years of experience in HR related work.

· Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

· Experience with a human resources information system (HRIS), such as Workday, Zoho People, Cloud HR, SmartRecruiters or others.

· Knowledge of a broad range of human resource strategies and practices, including compensation, performance management, safety, hiring and employee relations; able to apply these strategies and practices in compliance with employment regulations.

· Understanding of key DEI concepts and best practices, and ability to create a culture of diversity, inclusivity, collaboration and teamwork.

· Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex problems.

· Experience with analyzing data to guide strategic employment planning

Hybrid work experience is available. This position requires a minimum of 4 hours/week in-office.

Salary/Benefits

Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and are within the general range of salaries for public interest organizations. Salary range for this position is $37 to $45 per hour depending on expertise and prior experience.

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to employment@cca-ct.org.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

CCA is an equal opportunity employer that actively seeks a diverse and vibrant work staff. CCA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $37.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hartford, CT 06106