Serve as payroll backup. Compliance & Records Maintain personnel files and purge terminated records appropriately. Ensure HR practices meet legal requirements, including 6400/6100 regulations. Prepare HR documentation fo…
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HR Generalist jobs in Pittsburgh, PA
HR generalists handle a bit of everything in human resources: onboarding, benefits questions, records, policy, and employee support. They are often the first stop for people questions at smaller companies.
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$23–$49/hr
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$73k
Median, full-time
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collaborative, and high-performing workplace while supporting the mission of independent public media.This is more than a traditional HR role. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, a resource for employees, a par…
Job Description Job Description Human Resources Manager - Pittsburgh Campus The dynamic and experienced HR Manager will support our multi-site manufacturing operation. This role is pivotal in maximizing employee performa…
Job Description Overview Our client is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to partner with business leaders and support the... ...Experience 5–7 years of Human Resources Generalist or HR Business Partner experienc…
Resources Business Partner - Commercial Operations to join our growing team. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Strategic HR Business Partner Senior Manager with a strong background in HR Business Partnering t…
The Role: HR Business Partner - Hybrid Pittsburgh, PA Our client is seeking an organized, analytical, and proactive HR Business Partner to join their team. As an HR Business Partner, you will join our Human Resources tea…
$75k - $110k
Talent Business Partner to support NRG Business. The Talent Business Partner will work with assigned business units to provide strategic HR guidance, consultation and coaching to business leaders and employees on all HR…
or category protected by local, state, or federal law. This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days. Job Category: HR/ Legal Organization: First Aid and Safety Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full Time…
disability insurance ~ Employee discounts ~ Paid time off (PTO) ~ Paid Holidays ~ Paid sick time Summary of the Role: The HR Generalist provides administrative and operational support across the employee lifecycle for mu…
$170k - $215k
Job Description About the Company -Director of Human Resources ~170,000.00 - $ 215,000. 00 + 25% Bonus ~60 Million + U S Manufacturing subsidiary of an International firm is searching for a Director of Human Resources. A…
continue to expand! At Aerotech, We Build Precision Automation & Robotics Careers. Join the Evolution! Position Summary As our HR Manager, you will drive operational excellence across our domestic and international footp…
Job Title: HR Assistant Location: Pittsburgh, PA Type: Direct Hire Contractor Work Model: Onsite SUMMARY: The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for providing Human Resources support to assigned functional areas of…
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What hr generalists earn in Pittsburgh
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $23–$30 | $48k–$63k |
| Mid level | $30–$39 | $63k–$82k |
| Senior | $38–$49 | $78k–$102k |
Adjusted for the Pittsburgh market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Onboarding and offboardingBenefits administrationHRIS data managementEmployment law basicsEmployee relations supportRecruiting coordinationPolicy and handbook upkeepPayroll coordinationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What parts of HR have you owned versus supported?
Be precise: owned onboarding and benefits enrollment, supported investigations and reviews, for example. Honest scoping builds trust and sets you up to grow.
How do you handle an employee who comes to you with a sensitive complaint?
Show that you listen without promising outcomes, explain the process, document carefully, and escalate appropriately while limiting who knows.
Walk me through how you run onboarding for a new hire.
Cover the full arc from offer acceptance to day thirty: paperwork and systems, first-day experience, and check-ins. Mention anything you improved.
How do you keep employee records accurate and compliant?
Mention HRIS hygiene habits, retention rules, separating medical files, and periodic audits of I-9s and required documentation.
Tell me about a time you had to interpret a policy for a gray-area situation.
Show judgment: you read the policy's intent, checked precedent for consistency, consulted your manager or counsel when needed, and documented the decision.
How do you handle open enrollment season?
Describe planning backward from deadlines, clear employee communication, coordinating with brokers, and cleaning up data so payroll deductions land correctly.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For hr generalists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the employee population you supported and whether you were the sole HR presence or part of a team.
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List the full spread of functions you touched, then flag the two or three you owned outright.
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Name your HRIS and payroll systems specifically, since generalist roles lean heavily on systems work.
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Quantify administrative outcomes, like onboarding cycles run, open enrollments completed, or audit findings closed.
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Include compliance specifics you have handled, such as I-9 audits, FMLA tracking, or handbook rewrites.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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HR Coordinator
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HR Generalist
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Senior HR Generalist
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HR Manager
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HR Business Partner
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