Title:                          Human Resource and Organizational Culture Generalist 

Supervisor:              Executive Director    

Salary Type:            Full Time Exempt /Salary range: $60,000 – $68,000 

Salary Range:       $70k - $75k

Basic Job Purpose/Function:

The HR & Organizational Culture Generalist is responsible for fostering a healthy, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace. This role combines traditional human resources responsibilities—such as managing benefits, personnel issues, and employment reviews—with a focus on cultivating an office culture that is welcoming, supportive, and aligned with Rogue Food Unites (RFU) values.

The ideal candidate is empathetic, organized, and experienced in nonprofit or people-focused work. They will act as trusted resources for staff and ensure that policies and practices support organizational effectiveness and employee well-being.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Human Resources & Personnel

  • Manage the whole employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and transitions.

  • Support recruitment and hiring of new employees.

  • Administer benefits, leave requests, payroll coordination, and compliance with

    employment laws.

  • Serve as a confidential resource for staff regarding workplace concerns, conflicts, and

    personnel issues.

  • Support supervisors with coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management.

  • Demonstrated discretion, personal integrity, and superior ethics, as this position deals

    with confidential and sensitive information.

  • Demonstrated experience serving clients across a diverse spectrum of backgrounds.

  • Demonstrated experience working in a high-volume professional office setting with

    complex and sensitive data within information systems and data management systems.

  • Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities in promoting and advancing an atmosphere of inclusiveness and collegiality, in addition to a workplace culture of equity, respect, and advocacy.

  • Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to work with diverse populations.

  • Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to perform detailed work with a

    high degree of accuracy.

  • Strong computer skills.

    Office Culture & Engagement

  • Develop initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

  • Plan staff gatherings, retreats, and recognition programs to strengthen team cohesion.

  • Ensure organizational values are reflected in day-to-day operations.

  • Promote inclusion across all aspects of staff engagement.

    Performance & Reviews

  • Lead annual and mid-year employment review processes, and supervisor check ins.

  • Provide guidance on goal-setting, feedback, and growth opportunities for staff.

  • Track professional development needs and opportunities.

    Organizational Development

  • Maintain and update employee handbook, policies, and procedures.

  • Ensure compliance with HR best practices and applicable regulations.

  • Collaborate with leadership on workforce planning and organizational strategy.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 3+ years of HR, people operations, or nonprofit management experience.

  • Strong understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with high emotional intelligence.

  • Demonstrated ability to foster inclusivity, resolve conflicts, and build a positive work

    culture.

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace and basic office software.

  • Bilingual in Spanish Strongly Preferred

  • Commitment to RFU’s mission and values.

Working Conditions:

Work is typically performed in an office environment while sitting at a computer terminal, although work is also performed in a warehouse where food is prepared for delivery and/or outside/onsite at various locations in different weather conditions. Repetitive hand/write motion for data-entry and keyboarding functions. Occasional strain to the eyes while working with a computer terminal. Frequent interruption or change in workflow is expected.

Must be able to meet other usual and customary physical requirements, including:

  • Must be able to work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.

  • Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move boxes or bags of food weighing up to 40

    pounds regularly/occasionally

  • Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.

  • Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.

  • Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations.

  • Must be able to work in cold or hot environments and on concrete floors.

  • Physical ability to work indoors if masked for Covid protection, including sitting, standing,

    loading, running, and/or climbing stairs while masked.

    Date Created:

    September 17, 2025

    Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description is subject to change at any time.