Highlights
The HR Generalist will provide day-to-day support across a variety of human resources functions, working closely with employees and leadership to help ensure smooth and effective HR operations. This temporary position offers the opportunity to join a mission-driven, people-focused organization and contribute to an environment centered around supporting individuals and the broader community.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Hamden, CT |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Salary | $27–$29 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Website | http://www.cfstaffing.com/ |
Description
HR Generalist
Location: Hamden, CT
Job Type: Temporary / Contract
Pay: $27 - $29/hour
We are currently partnering with a mission-driven organization in the Hamden area that is seeking an HR Generalist to join their team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working in a people-focused environment and wants to contribute to an organization making a meaningful impact in the community.
About the Role
The HR Generalist will provide day-to-day support across a variety of human resources functions, working closely with employees and leadership to help ensure smooth and effective HR operations. This role is well suited for someone who is organized, approachable, and comfortable handling a broad range of HR responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day HR operations and employee needs
- Assist with employee onboarding, offboarding, and related documentation
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records
- Assist with recruiting, interview coordination, and hiring processes
- Support benefits administration and employee inquiries
- Help coordinate employee communications and HR initiatives
- Assist with performance management and employee relations matters
- Ensure HR policies and procedures are communicated and followed
- Assist with compliance-related activities and required documentation
- Prepare reports and maintain HR-related records and files
- Support various HR projects and initiatives as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
- 2+ years of experience in a generalist or broad HR role
- Working knowledge of HR practices, policies, and employment regulations
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
- Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with employees and leadership
- Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills
- Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office/Excel preferred
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This temporary position offers the opportunity to join a mission-driven, people-focused organization and contribute to an environment centered around supporting individuals and the broader community. It's a great fit for an HR professional who values meaningful work and enjoys being involved across multiple areas of HR.
About Company
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.
