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Human Resources Generalist

Reports to: Associate Director, Human Resources
Staff reporting to this position: None
Department: Administration
Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 4
Compensation range: $64,000–$76,800 per annum
Work site: On-site (Washington, D.C., office)

Summary

American Progress is seeking a mission-driven, energetic, and strategic Human Resources Generalist with experience in nonprofit, unionized environments. Reporting to the Associate Director of Human Resources, the ideal candidate will work across all HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, training, benefits administration, HRIS management, and employee and union relations. This role requires outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to confidentiality while supporting the organization’s mission and values.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer HR policies and ensure legal compliance while supporting recruitment, onboarding, training, and benefits administration.
  • Provide HR system support, troubleshooting, and training while processing payroll changes and maintaining accurate employee records.
  • Manage employee leave programs, accommodations, and investigations with recommended corrective actions.
  • Lead HR projects including reports and analytics, engagement initiatives, policy updates, system upgrades, and process automation opportunities.
  • Configure, test, and implement HR system modules, workflows, and enhancements.
  • Manage system security, user roles, and permissions while partnering with Payroll, Benefits, and Information Technology Services for seamless integrations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements and qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum five years of relevant professional experience.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills to engage effectively with all organizational levels.
  • Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation appropriately.
  • Strong prioritization and task management skills with clear status communication.
  • Demonstrated planning, organizational, and follow-through abilities to ensure timely, efficient task completion.
  • Problem-solving skills with ability to take prompt action to overcome obstacles.
  • Experience with HRIS, applicant tracking, and payroll systems.
  • Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy of employee information.
  • Commitment to organizational mission and goals.

American Progress provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a compensation range of $64,000–$76,800. Final salary may be above the posted range commensurate with experience.

 

 

 

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Please note that only those individuals whose qualifications match the current needs of this position will be considered applicants and will receive responses from American Progress.

This is not a remote position.

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Additional information

American Progress operates two separate nonprofit organizations to maximize the progressive agenda: the Center for American Progress and the Center for American Progress Action Fund. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “American Progress.” The Center for American Progress is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) tax-exempt research and educational institute. It undertakes research, public education and a limited amount of lobbying. The Center for American Progress Action Fund is a nonpartisan 501(c)(4) tax-exempt organization dedicated to achieving progress through action. It works to transform progressive ideas into policy through rapid-response communications, legislative action, grassroots organizing, political advocacy, and partnerships with other progressive leaders. The organizations share office space and employees.

American Progress is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is more than a commitment at American Progress—it is the foundation of what we do. American Progress recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and all the other characteristics that make us unique.

For more information on the Center for American Progress, please go to www.americanprogress.org. For more information on the Center for American Progress Action Fund, please go to www.americanprogressaction.org.