Position: National Human Resources Generalist
Job Location: HQ (Remote)
Position Type: Full Time, Exempt
Position Classification: Not Union Eligible
Compensation: $63,000 - 70,000
Travel Percentage: 10%
Reports to: Director of Human Resources
ABOUT FOR OUR FUTURE
Founded in 2016, For Our Future Action Fund (FOFAF) and For Our Future (FOF) run a year-round progressive field program across battleground states, focused on engaging voters on economic issues facing working families. Our mission is to elevate and advance economic justice by organizing voters around a pro-union, economic agenda and to elect pro-worker candidates. Along with community partners and volunteers, we consistently engage with people in face-to-face conversations around socio-economic issues, encouraging them to take action on issues and in elections. By organizing people in lasting relationships, we win elections, pass progressive policies, drive local progress, make a community’s collective voice heard, and help build the transformative power needed to improve people’s lives.
POSITION CLASSIFICATION
For Our Future Action Fund recognizes a staff bargaining unit, affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) 494, a labor union. This position is NOT included in the For Our Future bargaining unit.
JOB SUMMARY
The National Human Resources Generalist will support the daily operations of the national and state Human Resources department in a variety of administrative tasks including recruitment and onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, minor employee relations issues, and enforcing company-wide policies.
This position is anticipated to run through at least November 2026.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Oversee the recruitment process by: collaborating with state leadership to assess employment needs, participating in recruiting efforts to identify and hire qualified candidates, and proactively developing talent pipelines through various internet search tools.
- Manage the job posting process including assisting with interviews, extending offers, and conducting or acquiring background checks.
- Lead new hire orientation and ensure new hires are properly and efficiently onboarded and entered into the HRIS.
- Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation in the company HRIS system and perform periodic audits.
- Assist with payroll functions including answering employee questions, fixing processing errors, and auditing timesheets on a weekly basis.
- Assist with all clerical duties of the HR team, including planning and execution of special events such as open enrollment, organization-wide meetings, and employee recognition events.
- Respond to inquiries in the HR shared inbox including postal mail, important notices, and employment verification requests from State Agencies.
- Assist with troubleshooting any technical challenges experienced in states related to recruitment, onboarding, or other HR processes.
- Serve as the first point of contact for state staff regarding minor employee relations issues.
- Cross collaborate with other departments including organizing/field, data, finance, legal, and operations.
- Encourage open communication, discussion and feedback for all staff, promoting an inclusive and supportive team culture.
- Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or any related field preferred
- At least 3 years of Human Resources recruiting and onboarding experience required
- Knowledge of basic HR laws and policies including Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, ACA, and Workers Compensation regulations
- Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems and entering information into HRIS systems
- Familiarity with G-Suite applications, including Google Docs and Sheets.
- Ability to maintain strict levels of confidentiality, tact, discretion, and professionalism orally and via written communication
- Prior payroll and benefits experience preferred
- Prior experience in a non-profit, social welfare or issue advocacy organization, preferred
- Labor relations experience in a union environment, preferred
The compensation for this position may be based on experience and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health Insurance Coverage - 95% Employer Paid and 5% Employee
- Paid parental leave.
- Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributions up to the first 5%
- $150 Monthly Cell Phone and Internet Reimbursement
- 13 days paid time off every calendar year, as well as other paid holidays.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
- Normal hours of business are from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday, however, employees may be required to work outside of normal business hours including weekends, holidays, and nights.
- Employees are required to abide by certain blackout dates during a campaign cycle or other key deadlines, and generally not allowed to take off during blackout periods. Emergencies are not affected by this policy.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is based in our Washington, DC headquarters, which is currently remote and will have a remote option until further notice. Employees will therefore work and interact primarily in a virtual environment for the duration of this temporary position, unless extended. Employees may be required to periodically travel to and/or work out of office locations in Washington, DC or at state offices.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
For Our Future Action Fund ("FOF") is fully committed to the health and safety of our colleagues, candidates and the communities we serve. We encourage all employees to stay “up to date” with their COVID-19 vaccines and once eligible, to get COVID-19 boosters; however, this is not a requirement for employment at FOF.
All employees are required to adhere to the health and safety policies and procedures, when appropriate as implemented by the organization. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation form by emailing FOF Human Resources at: hr@forourfuturefund.org.
Be advised that health and safety policies and procedures around COVID-19 may change in the future to stay in compliance with public health guidance and applicable laws.
EEO STATEMENT
For Our Future Action Fund is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age (40 and over), religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), gender dysphoria, marital or familial status,
partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), creed, caste, national origin, citizenship and immigration status, consumer credit history, physical or mental disability, personal/outward appearance (including, but not limited to, hairstyle), family responsibilities, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), ancestry, matriculation, political affiliation, matriculation, status as a victim of domestic violence, or sexual offenses or stalking, arrest record, conviction record, military or uniformed service member status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic, trait or status protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws or ordinances. Equal opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.
We are also committed to the full inclusion of every qualified individual. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact hr@forourfuturefund.org.
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