HR Generalist

HR Generalist Location: Virginia Beach, VA Worksite: On-site Employment Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) Reports To: Director of Human Resources & Administration (San Diego, CA) Pay Range: $29.00 – $36.00 per hour, based on experience Posted: October 22, 2026 Position Summary The HR Generalist is R3’s on-site Human Resources representative for its Virginia Beach, VA office and reports to the Director of Human Resources & Administration in San Diego, CA.

The role supports employees and managers across the HR lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, leave, payroll support, and HR records and reporting. The HR Generalist works under the Director’s direction, applies R3 policy consistently, and escalates sensitive matters to the Director. Secondary duties include managing day-to-day office operations and vendor relationships for the site.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Human Resources (Primary Duties) Serve as the on-site HR point of contact for employees and managers. Keep the HR Director informed of all employee matters, and consult the Director before taking action on employee relations, policy interpretation, or other sensitive issues. Manage the offboarding and separation process, including drafting termination letters, exit logistics, final pay coordination, benefits termination and COBRA notices, and responses to unemployment claims.

Provide payroll support and serve as backup to the HR Director for payroll processing. Prepare and audit payroll input, resolve discrepancies, and protect the confidentiality of compensation data. Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, life-event changes, and carrier coordination, and serve as a resource for employee benefit questions.

Provide on-site onboarding support for local new hires, including first-day logistics and Form I-9 verification, and serve as backup for company-wide onboarding. Assist with leave administration (FMLA and applicable state requirements), including notices and tracking, under the direction of the HR Director. Maintain accurate, confidential personnel records and HRIS data, and process employment verification requests.

Prepare HR reports (e.g., headcount, turnover, and benefits tracking) for the HR Director and leadership. Contribute to HR projects, process improvements, and other duties as assigned. Office & Facility Management (Secondary Duties) Oversee day-to-day site operations, including cleaning, janitorial, and other facility vendors.

Manage office supply purchasing and deliveries within budget. Serve as the on-site contact for facility and building issues, and escalate them as needed. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. At least 2 years of HR generalist experience, including benefits administration, payroll support, and offboarding.

Working knowledge of federal employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, COBRA, ADA, Title VII, I-9). Experience maintaining HRIS data and employee records. ADP experience preferred. High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with payroll and benefits data. Discretion in handling confidential information. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with a remote supervisor and keep them informed. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field SHRM-CP or PHR certification Payroll processing experience, ideally in ADP Experience with government contractors and federal compliance requirements (e.g., VEVRAA/Section 503) Experience supporting a multi-state workforce Prior experience as the on-site HR representative in a remote or satellite office Benefits R3 offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including: Paid time off (PTO): 120 hours per year, accrued biweekly 11 paid federal holidays per year Medical, dental, and vision insurance Company-paid long-term disability (LTD) and life insurance 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Voluntary life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) Insurance benefits are effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Benefit eligibility is limited to full-time employees; part-time and hourly on-call positions are not benefit-eligible. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Professional office environment. Requires extended periods of computer work and occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs (e.g., supply deliveries). Occasional travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer R3 Strategic Support Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability