Human Resources Generalist

Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies
Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies

People & HR

Provincetown, MA, USA

Posted on Aug 29, 2026

The HR Generalist will manage the full employee lifecycle (benefits, payroll, compliance, and recruiting through offboarding) while supporting staff training and communications. This part-time position is for 24-32 hours per week, primarily on-site at our facility in Provincetown, with occasional opportunities to work remotely.

Benefits Administration

  • Communicate and administer employee benefit programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability, voluntary benefits, 403(b), COBRA) and coordinate annual open enrollment.
  • Liaise with brokers/providers and accounting to ensure accurate enrollments, terminations, and billing.
  • Manage leaves of absence (FMLA, state leaves, statutory benefits) and assist with ADA compliance.
  • Report workplace incidents to workers' comp carriers and ensure required regulatory filings.

Payroll

  • Process payroll accurately and on schedule, including PTO, deductions, and tax withholdings.
  • Maintain payroll and timekeeping systems, including upgrades and troubleshooting.

Data Management

  • Maintain employment records and job descriptions for hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
  • Audit employee files and I-9 records for compliance; respond to employment verification requests.

Recruiting & On/Off-Boarding

  • Support hiring: job postings, resume review, reference checks, interview scheduling/coordination, and candidate communications.
  • Ensure compliance with state/federal reporting and posting requirements.
  • Process new hire paperwork and manage on- and off-boarding documentation.
  • Communicate job duties, benefits, and working conditions to applicants.

HR Development

  • Keep compliance training and onboarding current with state/federal requirements; maintain training records.
  • Support mediation and legal consultation processes (with Executive Director approval) as needed.
  • Coordinate employee training programs with supervisors as needed.
  • Foster a positive work environment.

Knowledge & Skills Required

  • Associate/Bachelor degree in HR or related field.
  • 3+ years in HR, payroll, and benefits administration.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel), Google Workspace, and Adobe; BambooHR experience a plus.

Other Requirements

  • Valid US driver's license or reliable transportation; US work authorization.
  • Primarily on-site with occasional remote flexibility.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as needed.