About

• Description

About Us

• Progressive Directions Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We’re growing and looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist (Recruiting + Training) to join our Human Resources team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in recruitment, onboarding, and supporting employees throughout their career journey.

• What You’ll Do
• As the Human Resources Generalist (Recruiting + Training), you’ll play a key role in ensuring our teams are staffed with qualified, mission-driven employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Hiring
• Develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract diverse talent.
• Screen resumes, schedule interviews, and build positive candidate relationships.
• Post and update job openings across job boards and social media.
• Partner with hiring managers and leadership during the offer process.
• Attend job fairs and recruiting events.
• New Hire Processing
• Conduct background checks, verifications, and pre-hire requirements.
• Manage new hire paperwork, HRIS entry, and completion of personnel files.
• Facilitate new hire orientation to ensure a seamless onboarding process.
• Training
• Conduct FA/CPR/AED Training for PDI employees (new certifications and recertifications)
• Set up new hires in Relias and ensure all modules are completed as required by PDI for all PDI employees
• Assist the Training Coordinator and VPHR to ensure training compliance as required by the DDA and PDI
• General HR
• Assist with monthly and annual registry checks
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Recommend process and system improvements.
• Why Join Us?
• Make an impact in a nonprofit dedicated to helping others.
• Collaborative and supportive HR team.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, referral bonuses, and more.
• Requirements

Qualifications

• One year of experience in HR and recruiting is required.
• American Red Cross or American Heart FA/CPR/AED Instructor Certification, preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently with minimal supervision is required.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to draft reports and present information effectively across all levels of the organization, are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.
• Paylocity experience is a plus.
• Ability to maintain detailed, accurate records and handle confidential information is required.
• Physical ability to occasionally lift/move up to 20–30 pounds and perform basic office tasks.