HR Generalist

This HR Generalist will focus on support to the HRBP and Recruitment team, and advances VEIC's clean energy mission by delivering high-quality HR services across a multi-state, hybrid workforce. Embedded within a Centers of Excellence (COE) model, this role partners closely with HR Business Partners and fellow People and Culture COE teams to support day-to-day HR delivery and talent acquisition efforts that attract the people who drive our impact. 

Talent Acquisition (Primary):

·       Posts open positions across internal and external job boards ensuring job postings highlight our climate mission and the impact of our work.  

o   Sources candidates using inclusive, equity-centered strategies that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.  

o   Coordinates and participates in phone screens and panel interviews for hybrid teams across both office locations (Winooski, VT and Washington, D.C.) and remote employees in other states.  

·       Develops mission- and competency-aligned interview questions and evaluation tools with hiring managers and HRBPs.  

o   Coordinates candidate communications and ensures a positive, transparent, and engaging experience that reflects our organizational values, while building genuine rapport. 

o   Ensures compliant, well-organized documentation and consistent hiring practices across all states, following guidelines as applicable. 

o   Working in the applicant tracking system (ATS), prepares monthly recruitment analytics (pipeline activity, time-to-fill, sourcing effectiveness) and collaborates with HR COEs on improvements.  

o   Tracking recruitment sourcing for effectiveness and managing employee referral bonus program. 

o   Supports offer preparation, pre-hire steps, and onboarding for employees joining hybrid teams and office-based roles. 

HR Business Partner Support:

·       Partners with HRBPs on initiatives such as employee engagement activities, performance processes, employee announcements, and organizational updates.  

·       Provides timely, accurate frontline HR support to employees and managers, escalating matters to HRBPs as needed.  

·        Supports employee lifecycle transactions such as promotions, transfers, and terminations ensuring accurate documentation.  

·         Assists with employee relations documentation and tracking in collaboration with HRBPs. 

·         Coordinates with COE teams on cross-functional initiatives. 

·         Organizes HR materials such as interview guides, job descriptions, and process documentation. 

·         Identifies opportunities to streamline processes in collaboration with COE partners.  

·        Supports performance management, goal setting, trainings, and culture programming via employee communications, scheduling, presentation development, reporting, and other tasks as needed in collaboration with COE partners. 

·        Contributes to HR projects that support organizational culture, workforce effectiveness, and the success of our clean energy mission. 

·         Other duties as assigned. 

      This is a hybrid position. The ideal candidate will be located in Vermont and willing to come into the VEIC Headquarters Office in Winooski at least one day/week with other People and Culture team members.

• Strong personal commitment to the mission, vision, goals and values of VEIC. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent combination of education and experience.   
• 2+ years’ experience in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, or similar experience supporting a workforce and coordinating recruitment efforts. 
• Working knowledge of talent acquisition best practices and multi-state considerations. 
• Comfort working with distributed/remote team dynamics, balancing competing priorities and stakeholder needs. 
• Strong relationship and teambuilding, clear written and verbal communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with teams across states and a wide range of disciplines. 
• Possess active listening skills and empathy with an inclusive mindset. 
• Comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities, bringing versatility and curiosity to the work. 
• Organizational skills and accuracy in documentation and follow-through. 
• Ability to navigate sensitive or confidential conversations with discretion. 
• Experience with HRIS and ATS systems (ADP and Lever, preferred). 
• All positions at VEIC are subject to a criminal background check. This screening is conducted in compliance with applicable laws and is a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the safety and security of our employees, clients, and contractual obligations. 

This position primarily involves desk-based work with extensive collaboration and communication responsibilities. Physical requirements include:

• Ability to remain stationary at a workstation for extended periods (typically 6-8 hours per day with regular breaks)
• Regular use of computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone/headset requiring fine motor skills and repetitive hand/wrist movements
• Visual acuity to view digital screens, documents, and presentations for prolonged periods
• Verbal communication abilities are sufficient for clear articulation during in-person and virtual meetings, presentations, and discussions
• Auditory capabilities to participate effectively in conversations, conference calls, and virtual collaboration sessions
• Cognitive focus for simultaneous management of multiple communication streams, projects, and stakeholder relationships
• Occasional movement between meeting spaces, collaboration areas, and individual workstations
• Minimal lifting requirements (typically under 15 pounds) for office supplies, equipment, or materials
VEIC provides ergonomic assessments and appropriate accommodation to support team members in this collaborative environment, if needed. Our commitment to wellness includes encouraging regular movement breaks and supporting flexible work arrangements that promote sustainable productivity aligned with our core values.

No Travel Required

This position does not require regular travel. Occasional in-person attendance at company events or meetings (typically 0–2 times per year) may be encouraged, but participation is often optional or available virtually.

Culture Inclusive Workplace statement:

We are committed to building a work community that is inclusive and welcoming to all individuals. We value a culture that includes a variety of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and thoughts. Climate change impacts all of us; however, we are impacted differently based on our identities and experiences. We all deserve a place at the table to make decisions about our collective future – we hope you’ll consider joining us as we work towards our vision for a healthy planet, thriving people, and energy justice. Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, veteran status, communication style, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply. Any emails from VEIC team members will originate from a @veic.org email address. If you encounter anything that raises suspicions during your interactions, we encourage you to exercise caution and suspend or discontinue communications.