HR Generalist III (ER&P)

JOB TITLE:                          HR Generalist III               (Part-Time: Employee Relations & Performance) 25 Hrs/Week

STATUS:                             Exempt, Hourly

LOCATION:                        Hybrid 2 days onsite in Gaithersburg, MD office.

REPORTS TO:                    Director, Human Resources

REVISION DATE:              June 2026

Position Summary:

The Generalist III acts as the primary HR department POC for employee relations and performance issues, serves as back-up HR POC for administering leave (FMLA, STD, LTD ) and benefits. This role supports all areas of the HR department as needed.

COMPENSATION: $30-$40 per hour.

Essential Functions:

               This position includes but is not limited to the following:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responds to employee concerns; investigates complaints and other employee relations problems; serves as an advocate for employees ensuring fair and equitable treatment; provides guidance and direction in problem resolution and identifies appropriate solutions.

·        Provides support to the organization by working closely with PMs on employee relations and performance needs.

• Address employee grievances; conduct investigations when necessary
• In coordination with HR Director and Supervisors, take appropriate disciplinary action against employees who violate policies.
• Supports the administration of the annual performance process.
• Administers the recognition award program, including working with supervisors to ensure messaging is clear.

·        Plans and  executes of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, and employee engagement activities.

·        Works closely with the Recruiting department to ensure job descriptions and titles are uniform and up to date in HRIS.

• Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.
• Responsible to applying all HR policies and company guidelines and ensuring company compliance to include employee handbook overview, policies, employment documents, and benefit enrollment. May assist in creating, implementing and updating company policies and procedures
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Utilizes the HRIS to troubleshoot, answer employee questions, suggest improvements, and build out functionality as needed.
• Communicates with managers, supervisors and staff regarding personnel policies, procedures, benefits, employee relation issues, concerns and trends. Answers employee and management questions and provides information, interpretation, and guidance on personnel related issues.

·        Assists with periodic audits of HR files and HRIS, focusing on ensuring performance documentation and reviews being appropriately filed, while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of the files, records, and documentation.

·        Communicates with new hires regarding questions about their information when necessary, clarifying details and ensuring HR Director and applicable Project Manager are aware of any discrepancies and issues.

·        Able to lead New Hire Orientation, including scheduling with new hires and communicating with PMs, adapting as needed.

• Serves as back-up POC to the following areas:
• Benefit plan administration to include training, processing of enrollment, and acting as a liaison between employees and outside vendors to resolve issues, and monthly invoice reconciliation for communication with the Finance department

o   Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; works with carrier or broker contact and HR Director on more complex issues.

• Utilize broker and vendor relationships to maximize benefit communications and services
• Administers and tracks FMLA/LOA/WC documentation as directed and associated benefits premium notices for co-workers on leave.

·        Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·        Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

·        Excellent project management and organizational skills and attention to detail.

·        Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

·        Proficient with HR technology, Paylocity experience preferred

Education and Experience:

·        Bachelor’s degree in HRM or similar and 2+ years’ Human Resources experience or 5+ years progressive Human Resources Experience, 2+ as a Generalist required

·        Demonstrated Famliarity with HR Compliance requirements, e.g., FLSA, NLRA, EEO, VETS, Minimum wage requirments

·        Government Contracting, with SCA experience and supporting a remote workforce preferred

·        aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP preferred

Physical Requirements:

·        Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

·        Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 

This job description is subject to change at any time.

MPF Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We offer a competitive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical benefits, PTO, holiday pay and more.