Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Position Title: Human Resources
Department: Human Resources / Business Office
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time 12-Month Position

Position Summary

Landon School is committed to the ethical intellectual and personal development of boys. We challenge and inspire them to think deeply individually and broadly; to live with respect and honor; and to grow into healthy well-rounded men of integrity and character who seek to make a positive difference in the world around them.

Landon School seeks an organized detail-oriented and service-focused Human Resources Generalist to support a broad range of daily HR operations including payroll employee benefits employee records management onboarding/offboarding background screenings and more.

Reporting to and working closely with the Director of Human Resources the Human Resources Generalist serves as a key member of the Business Office team ensuring efficient and compliant HR operations while serving as a trusted resource for employees regarding HR matters.

Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Manage and process semi-monthly payrolls for all employees through Paylocity.
• Review payroll data for accuracy including salary adjustments stipends overtime leave balances and deductions.
• Reconcile payroll reports and coordinate with the Finance Office including preparing journal entries.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations.
• Coordinate year-end payroll activities including W-2 preparation and ACA reporting.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries promptly and professionally.

Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs including health dental vision life insurance disability flexible spending accounts retirement plan employee housing tuition remission and other school sponsored benefits.
• Serve as primary contact for employee benefits questions.
• Ensure timely processing and recording of benefit invoices.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment periods and process changes after qualifying events.
• Coordinate COBRA administration and employee leave-related benefits.
• Work closely with benefits brokers and third-party administrators reconciling invoices conducting plan audits and ensuring federal and state regulations are adhered to.

Human Resources Operations Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain employee personnel files (electronic and physical) and HR records in accordance with applicable laws and school policies.
• Maintain compliance with FMLA ADA COBRA FLSA HIPAA ERISA and other employment regulations.
• Work closely with the Director of Human Resources and the CFO with annual budgeting compensation reviews and producing related employment agreements.
• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding processes including coordinating the schools multistep pre-employment screening processes
• Coordinate required HR reporting and surveys including NAIS and other independent school benchmarking surveys.
• Prepare reports and analytics for school leadership as requested.

Recruitment & Talent Support

• Support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process by developing job descriptions and job announcements advertising positions scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates as needed.
• Help equip hiring managers with the knowledge and tools to recruit while following federal state and local employment laws.

Business Office Support

• Support Business Office audit preparation and provide HR-related documentation.
• Assist with Human Resources related invoices and accounting entries.
• Assist with special projects within the Business Office and Human Resources Department.
• Coordinate employee recognition wellness and engagement initiatives.
• Support employee training programs.
• Promote a culture of professionalism responsiveness and service.
• Other duties as assigned

Required

• Bachelors degree in human resources business administration accounting finance or related field.
• Minimum of 35 years of experience in human resources payroll benefits administration or related field.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and employment regulations.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in an independent school educational institution or nonprofit organization.
• Experience using Paylocity
• SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP PHR or related certification.
• Knowledge of Federal and Maryland employment law and independent school HR practices.

Salary and Benefits
In addition to joining a supportive and collaborative community Landon School offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package. The expected salary range for this position $$80000 annually. We are committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage
• A retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Generous amount of paid vacation sick leave and holidays
• Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability protection
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Complimentary daily lunch on campus