Job Description

Job Title : Fractional HR Generalist

Location: Coconut Creek, FL 33066
⏰ Schedule: Onsite, 28 hours per week
️ Position Type: Part-time

Why join Junior Achievement of South Florida?

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) empowers our youth with the knowledge, ability, and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy and lead our community. We are looking for individuals who are passionate not only about our mission, but also about being part of the innovative and energetic culture at JA.

JA provides real-world training in financial literacy including budgeting, spending, investing and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of over 7,100 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered over 20 various programs to almost 50,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and south Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park.

For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.

What We Offer:

✅ Employer Paid Medical and Vision

✅ Ample Time Off

✅ Retirement Plan Matching

✅ Work Environment – Innovative and energetic culture!
✅ Growth Opportunities – Professional development assistance

At A Glance

As a Fractional Human Resources Generalist , you will play a key role in supporting the organization’s people operations through a blend of HR administration, employee support, compliance coordination, and culture-building initiatives. Working closely with the COO and external HR partner, you’ll help ensure smooth and effective Human Resources operations across the organization.

This opportunity is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented HR professional who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. If you enjoy creating structures, supporting employees at all levels, and contributing to a positive organizational culture, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make an impact.

Primary duties

HR Administration & Operations

• Manage and support HR operations across the full employee lifecycle for full-time, part-time, seasonal staff, and interns, including recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, offboarding, employee documentation, and benefits administration.
• Collaborate closely with the Finance Director on payroll-related activities to help ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment between payroll and HR records.
• Act as a trusted resource and primary contact for employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and day-to-day HR-related questions.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date employee records and HR systems while ensuring compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Professional Development & Engagement

• Administer professional development initiatives, including workshops, training programs, and performance support efforts to strengthen staff capabilities.
• Foster a positive, values-driven workplace culture that encourages employee engagement, collaboration, and a strong sense of community.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Handle and support sensitive HR matters with professionalism and discretion, including reasonable accommodation requests, workplace concern investigations, and employee separation processes.
• Help ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations by regularly reviewing HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Work in partnership with the Community Outreach Manager to support volunteer practices that align with applicable legal and compliance requirements.
• Stay informed on emerging HR trends, evolving employment laws, regulatory updates, and advancements in HR and talent management technologies.

Vendor & Partner Management

• Coordinate and strengthen partnerships with external HR providers, managing task delegation and guiding project execution to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of services.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for HR vendors, facilitating communication, resolving concerns, and driving continuous improvements in support of organizational goals.

Other Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment and onboarding efforts for staff and seasonal interns, helping create a welcoming and organized experience while ensuring all orientation and compliance requirements are fulfilled.
• Contribute to additional initiatives as needed, supporting the organization’s evolving priorities and mission-driven work.

❤️ The Value You’ll Add to Our Organization:

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance standards, with the ability to apply them thoughtfully in a nonprofit environment.
• Exceptional organizational and administrative abilities, with a proven capacity to manage multiple responsibilities, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams, navigate sensitive conversations professionally, and foster trust at all levels of the organization.
• A passion for supporting employee growth and cultivating a positive, mission-aligned workplace culture through training, development, and people-centered initiatives.
• Proficiency with HR systems, databases, and workplace technologies, along with openness to leveraging innovative tools, including AI solutions, to improve HR operations and efficiency.
• A detail-oriented and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify patterns, assess potential risks, and recommend meaningful process improvements.
• The ability to work independently with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential or complex HR matters.
• Confidence in learning and utilizing evolving HR technologies and systems to support operational excellence and enhance employee experience.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of HR experience, ideally in a generalist capacity supporting a diverse workforce that may include full-time, part-time, seasonal, or temporary team members.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, performance management, and handling sensitive workplace matters with professionalism, sound judgment, and confidentiality.
• Experience coordinating with external vendors, consultants, or HR service partners is welcomed and highly regarded.

Alongside your professional expertise, we would also expect you to:

• Align with and actively embody JA’s 10 core values:
  • Committed to Growth: Embrace continuous learning and development to achieve personal and professional advancement.
  • Deliver the Wow: Consistently exceed expectations and create remarkable experiences for customers, clients, and colleagues.
  • Be bold, innovative, and creative: Foster a culture of daring exploration, original thinking, and imaginative problem-solving.
  • Do it with passion: Approach tasks and challenges with enthusiasm, dedication, and a genuine love for what you do.
  • Own your actions: Take responsibility for your decisions and outcomes and hold yourself accountable to high standards of integrity.
  • Build awesome relationships: Cultivate strong, supportive connections with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders based on trust, respect, and collaboration.
  • Bring fun & energy: Infuse positivity, enjoyment, and vitality into the workplace environment and interactions.
  • Celebrate uniqueness: Value diversity in perspectives, backgrounds, and contributions, fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere.
  • Drive and embrace change: Proactively seek opportunities for innovation and improvement, adapting positively to evolving circumstances and challenges.
  • Be true, be you: Embrace authenticity, integrity, and honesty in all interactions, staying true to your values and identity.

Important Information:

Junior Achievement of South Florida participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

JA provides real-world training in financial literacy, including budgeting, spending, investing, and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of over 5,000 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered various programs to almost 70,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and South Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.

Apply Today!

If you enjoy supporting people, building strong workplace culture, and contributing to a meaningful mission in a part-time capacity, we encourage you to apply.

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