Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

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Location: In-person / CIST Administrative Office / Austin, Texas

Employment Type: 40 hours / week, Non-Exempt 

Reports to: Senior Director of Human Resources

Supervises: This role will not supervise

Starting Range:  $5,000.00/month ($60,000.00/yearly)
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About Communities In Schools

Rooted in community for over 40 years, Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CISCT) is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Austin, Texas. Communities In Schools (CIS) is a national organization that ensures every student has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond. At CISCT, our mission is simple: surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.  
 

Position Summary

The HR Generalist is responsible for payroll maintenance, human resources management and administration,
including but not limited to: Personnel Files, Data Entry, Compliance, and various generalized HR responsibilities

The HR Generalist must be dependable, confidential, conscientious, courteous, and professional; be able to take
direction and work independently; possess personal initiative and discretion; demonstrate excellent
communication and organization abilities; and have a strong working knowledge of MS Outlook, Microsoft Office,
Payroll, HRIS, and ATS Systems.

This position is not eligible for agency summer break.

What You’ll Do

HR Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Prepare employment contracts, letters, and HR reports.
• Manage attendance, leave records, and employee data updates.
• Perform payroll function, timesheets, maintenance of employee payroll master records, tax deposits, etc.
• Data entry and coding.
• Preparation of HR Materials for employee events and communication.

Performance Management

• Support performance appraisal processes and timelines.
• Assist managers with performance improvement plans and documentation.

Compensation & Benefits Support

• Assist with payroll inputs, benefits administration, and employee queries.
• Support salary reviews, incentives, and benefits enrollment.

Compliance & Policy Implementation

• Ensure HR practices comply with labor laws, company policies, and regulations.
• Assist in updating HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.
• Support audits and compliance reporting.

HR Systems

• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Generate HR reports and metrics as required.
• Maintain and support non-exempt and exempt payroll records and processing
• Review and reconcile invoices with employee benefits payroll deductions
• Maintain employee paperwork, including personnel files, insurance forms, status forms, and contractual
requirements.
• Communicate with employees regarding personnel paperwork, timesheets, benefits, and other administrative
needs.
• Assist the HR Team with preparation for onboarding, offboarding, and various employee supports.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, copying, preparing, collating and archiving employee and personnel
records.
• Assist the Senior Director of Human Resources on special projects or assignments.
• Always maintain confidentiality.
• Promote and maintain agency culture, standards, and systems
• Perform all other duties as required
 

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or similar preferred, High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a professional office setting with progressively
increasing administrative responsibilities related to billing, payroll, or Human Resources functioning.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel
• Excellent communication, time management and organization skills
• Non-profit experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications
• HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).

Why Join CIS?

• Mission-driven work – Be part of a team that changes the trajectory of students’ lives.
• Professional growth – Ongoing training, supervision, and career pathways into director-level roles.
• Community impact – Build partnerships that extend beyond the classroom.
• Generous paid time off:  4+ weeks of holidays, 2 weeks of vacation time, personal days and sick days
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% employer-paid employee medical plan available, plus family subsidies, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Community-centered culture focused on impact, growth, and connection

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.