Who We Are
We are a small, mission-driven professional services firm specializing in grant consulting for nonprofit organizations. We prioritize a supportive, values-driven workplace culture to help our clients and team members thrive. Our remote-first business model emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and continuous professional development. To be at our best for our clients, we believe we must be at our best for ourselves and for each other, which is why we are committed, individually and collectively, to “doing good while being well,” and we embrace the values of Accountability, Partnership, Adaptability, and Respect. These principles guide how we support both our clients and employees in achieving their best potential.
Grants Plus Has Operated As a Flexible Workplace Since Our Founding In 2007. Over The Years, We Have Honed Leading-edge Practices That Foster Our Individual And Company Growth. The Following Are Just Some Of The Ways That Our Team Experiences The Grants Plus Workplace
- Cross-team opportunities to review metrics, set and meet goals, and solve challenges in a fast-paced and iterative environment.
- Shared expectations for using simple, direct, and respectful communication.
- Family-friendly policies and flexible schedules that support our team members, 80% of whom are women, as empowered professionals, and whole people.
- Staff-driven initiatives that continuously shape a dynamic and inclusive company culture.
- Opportunities for coaching and mentoring from peers and leaders.
- Company-sponsored professional development that challenges us to grow in our business sophistication and our skills as consultants and practitioners.
- Technology that enables us to collaborate with clients and colleagues anywhere.
The Role
As a Human Resource Generalist, you will administer a variety of human resources functions that drive our company culture and support our team. This includes managing recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure seamless integration for new hires, fostering employee engagement and retention through thoughtful programs and performance support, and administering employee benefits while ensuring compliance with labor laws. You will assist in maintaining and updating human resources policies and tracking key metrics to inform leadership decisions. Additionally, you’ll coordinate professional development opportunities, support leadership in HR strategy and succession planning, and represent the company in community and industry events. This role will closely partner with leadership and staff to foster an inclusive and effective remote work environment.
A Successful Human Resource Generalist Will Demonstrate
- Strong Communication: Clear and respectful written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Organizational Skills: The ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
- Confidentiality: Handling sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
- Tech Savviness: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and HRIS systems.
- HR Expertise: A thorough understanding of HR policies, labor laws, and compliance requirements.
This is a great fit if you…
- Have substantial experience (3 - 5 years) working in human resources/people operations with a focus on recruiting and HR operations.
- Thrive as a strategic partner to a diverse employee base and leadership team with a motivation to contribute to company objectives and participate in the growth and health of the business.
- Appreciate working with a set of diverse software/systems to support a team of grant professionals.
- Enjoy the autonomy and ambiguity that comes with a small rapid growth stage company.
- Are passionate about growing your expertise, coaching, and creating and guiding people processes.
This won’t be the right fit if you…
- Prefer a slow and predictable work environment as opposed to managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and pivoting as the business needs.
- Need constant and direct supervision. We are searching for leaders who excel at proactively identifying challenges and recommending creative solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3 - 5 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, compliance, and HR operations.
- Strong understanding of employment laws, HR policies, and best practices.
- Proficiency with HR systems (HRIS, ATS) and comfort using cloud-based collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
- Experience working in Salesforce and supporting a remote or hybrid workforce in a small business, or consulting environment preferred.
Compensation
This is a 1099 contractor role with an hourly rate starting at $35/hour, depending on qualifications and experience, for up to 20 hours per week. As a contractor, you would not eligible for company benefits such as PTO, health insurance, or retirement contributions.
Working Hours and Location:
This is a fully remote role open to candidates based in the continental United States. Applicants should have a dedicated workspace, reliable internet access, and the ability to attend occasional in-person meetings or events. To create the best experience for our new hire (you?!) this position does require that you are able to work within eastern time (EST) business hours.
Grants Plus is committed to a foundation of equity access and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Grants Plus does not discriminate based on someone's identity in any aspect of hiring or employment as required by law and in line with our commitment to diversity. If you require any accommodations or support during the recruitment process, please email us at careers@grantsplus.com
