Fractional HR Consultant (U.S.-Based | Nonprofit | 15–25 Employees) - Contract to Hire

We are a U.S.-based nonprofit organization with a team of approximately 19 employees seeking an experienced Fractional HR Consultant to support our people operations, compliance, and growth. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being a strategic partner while also handling hands-on HR execution. While this will begin as a fractional/contract role, there is potential for this to evolve into a part-time or full-time employee position if it becomes the right mutual fit. What We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who can confidently manage and advise on the following: •Payroll administration (we currently use Paychex, but are open to recommendations) •Benefits administration •Employee onboarding & offboarding •Interfacing with health insurance brokers •Workers’ compensation •HR compliance (federal and state) •Unemployment insurance •Mandatory paid medical and family leave •General HR best practices for a U.S.-based nonprofit organization •You will act as our primary HR point of contact and trusted advisor. Required Qualifications •Native or fluent English speaker •U.S.-based (must understand U.S. labor laws) •Proven experience in fractional HR or HR consulting •Experience supporting small organizations (10–30 employees) •Familiarity with nonprofit environments is a strong plus •Comfortable working with leadership and staff directly •Strong knowledge of HR compliance and risk management •Engagement Details •Fractional / ongoing support •Flexible schedule •Fully remote How to Apply If this sounds like a possible fit, please reply with: •A brief overview of your experience as a fractional HR consultant •Your experience working with small organizations or nonprofits •Your familiarity with payroll platforms (especially Paychex) •Your availability and preferred engagement structure We’re looking for a long-term partner who can grow with us. Apply tot his job

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