Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Location: Turners Falls, MA (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Immediate Hiring Need

If you have hands‑on experience managing Employee Relations, benefits administration, onboarding, and full‑cycle HR—and have operated independently as a standalone HR professional—we encourage you to apply immediately. This role can start as early as next week.

📩 To be considered quickly, please email your resume and interview availability to fbambery@astoncarter.com! today or tomorrow.

Position Overview

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for managing a broad range of HR functions, including employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, policy development, and compliance. This role serves as the primary HR resource for the organization and ensures adherence to employment, benefits, and workers’ compensation laws.

The position reports to the Director of Operations and supports a fast‑paced, mission‑driven nonprofit organization experiencing growth.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Compliance

• Develop, interpret, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures
• Review and update the Employee Handbook annually to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Maintain complete, accurate, and compliant personnel files, including job descriptions
• Partner with legal counsel to ensure compliance with EEO, AA, FMLA, ADA, and other regulations
• Manage workers’ compensation, disability, and related employee matters

Employee Relations & Development

• Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations, performance management, and workplace concerns
• Design, implement, and maintain employee evaluation and performance review programs
• Provide training and guidance to supervisors and staff on HR policies and employment regulations

Recruiting, Onboarding & Culture

• Support recruiting and hiring decisions aligned with organizational values and mission
• Design and deliver new‑hire orientation and onboarding programs
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through recruitment, development, and retention practices
• Communicate key HR updates and initiatives to staff on a regular basis

Compensation & Benefits

• Evaluate benefit offerings annually to ensure competitive and cost‑effective programs
• Support administration of compensation, benefits, and leave programs

Qualifications

Required

• Proven experience in Human Resources, including employee relations, onboarding, and HR administration
• Experience working independently in a standalone or highly autonomous HR role
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities
• High ethical standards and strict confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (email, word processing, spreadsheets)
• Ability to perform computer‑based work for extended periods

Preferred

• Strong data entry skills
• Experience in a nonprofit or fast‑growing organization

Work Environment

• Onsite office setting in Turners Falls, MA
• Fast‑paced, mission‑driven nonprofit organization
• Opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Turners Falls, MA.

The pay range for this position is $30.25 - $34.25/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Turners Falls,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.