Human Resources (HR) Generalist

At Toole Design were leading the way in creating safer more connected communities through sustainable multimodal transportation design. Were looking for a Human Resources Generalist with a strong background in ERISA-governed benefits to join our team. Were looking for someone who excels at explaining complex benefits in plain language cares deeply about equity and has a firm understanding of the relationship between total compensation and performance. The right candidate for this role will excel at coaching and supporting staff and managers have a collaborative people-first approach and be able to serve as both an advocate for employees and the voice of the company. We are a mission-based company thats focused on making transportation more equitable safe and accessible because we know that when people can move freely about their cities they can live fuller lives. This is an opportunity to support this work from behind the scenes by bringing operational excellence that helps our mission and values come to life.

Why Youll Love Working Here

Were a purpose-driven team of technical experts and operations professionals who believe streets should work for everyone. At Toole Design youll join a collaborative environment where operations professionals work alongside industry leaders with mentorship and development opportunities designed to help you grow your expertise.

We offer:

• A collaborative inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement
• A flexible hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely
• 8 paid holidays; and at least 16 days of PTO accrued annually
• Competitive salary excellent benefits and transportation perks: Benefits and Support
• The opportunity to support projects that improve livesadvancing safe inclusive design grounded in ethics empathy and equity

What Youll Do

You will partner with the Director of People and Culture coordinating with our Accounting leadership and external advisors to advise and support leadership and staff specializing in benefits governed by ERISA. Your role will include communications strategies and support to staff reporting and overseeing compliance. You will lead audits ensuring accurate reporting and strong documentation and support. You will serve as a trusted partner and leader in the firm for benefits-related needs.

Youll also support staff serving as a trusted partner on the People & Culture team advising on policies and approaches that support the mission of the organization and the needs of the team. This will involve advising staff creating and co-leading trainings and coaching team members as a senior member of a People & Culture (HR) team that puts staff needs first.

Join Us. Make an Impact.
Were proud to be an ENR Top 500 design firm with one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry. If youre ready to do meaningful work with a supportive talented teamapply today.

We are targeting a salary range of $85000 to $95000 for this position. Exceptionally qualified candidates may qualify for more.

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At Toole Design we foster a collaborative culture and welcome people of all backgrounds to help build more inclusive communities. We strongly encourage women and applicants from underrepresented communities people of color LGBTQIA immigrants first-generation college students/graduates those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between to apply. Were proud that about half our managers are women and we are committed to diverse leadership that reflects the communities we serve. Toole Design is a woman-owned equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).

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What You Bring:

• Bachelors degree in business organizational development human resources economics accounting or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 8 years of Human Resources experience including at least 4 years working with ERISA-governed benefits and retirement plans
• Strong knowledge of qualified retirement plans and ERISA laws with hands-on experience managing compliance testing and reporting processes such as Form 5500 ADP/ACP and 409(p)
• Proven ability to coach and mentor staff while collaborating across teams to develop strategies and creative solutions
• Excellent communication organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail
• HR certification required (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR); retirement plan certifications such as CPSP QKA or QPA preferred