Human Resources Generalist

Provides HR expertise and support to the leaders and employees. iIentifies and recommends HR processes that meet the needs of internal customers and ensures compliance with Federal and State employment laws and regulatoy agencies. Serves as a key contributor for NYBC Enterprise HR project implementations. Assists the Directror of Human Resources on providing compliance and administration of assigned areas within the Human Resources Department.

Primary Duties, Responsibilities or Activities Required by Job

Talent Acquisition

Responsible for execution of full-cycle recruitment and hiring process; requisition management, sourcing, screening, interviewing, evaluation, offer, pre-employment screening and pre-boarding activities.
• Provides counsel and guidance to managers during talent acquisition and workplace planning process.
• Identify qualified candidates through creative and unique sourcing strategies; job postings, prescreen candidates, presenting to managers, scheduling interviews and associated testing.
• Manage contractor requests, including receiving the requests, contacting staffing vendors, providing job requirements and ensure hiring managers are satisfied with the quality of candidates provided.

Employee Relations

• Manages workers compensation claims, disability claims and unemployment insurance claims by processing forms and attending appeal hearings as necessary.
• Site level leadership on employee engagement and culture programs to ensure high levels of employee retention. Collect feedback and ideas on how to improve employee morale and decrease turnover.
• Serves as a member on employee activity groups.
• Meets frequently with line managers to discuss HR topics such as policy compliance/interpretation, team dynamics, employee engagement, and other supervisory topics.
• Site level management of emplooyee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and employee relations investigations.
• Consult and advise HR Director regarding details of ongoing employee relations topics.
• Provides site level interpretation and feedback regarding local implications of employment policies, programs and guidelines.
• Maintain compllance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

New Employee Orientation

• Coordinates and facilitates New Employee Orientation to include scheduling, preparing new hire folders and securing presentations.
• Instructs new hires on completion of employment paperwork and benefits enrollment.
• Administers other new hire tasks such as security badge printing, parking passes, etc.
• Communicates key components of employee benefits to New Hires and staff during NEO and Annual Open Enrollment.

HR Administration

• Collects required documentation and assists with processing of new hires, leaves, compensation changes, termination, and all status changes.
• Ensures the integrity of the HR data and timeliness of the status changes.
• Serves as the SME for managers and employees regarding Kronos Timekeeping System.

Other Secondary Functions

• Interprets and communicates HR policies and procedures.
• Responds to site employment verification requests.
• Participates with the HR team in projects defined by our HR Business Plan, and in regular activities of the HR department.
• Serves on the Safety Committee and maintains policies and procedures related to the Safety Program.
• Keeps abreast of HR trends and best practices, regulatory and employment law changes within scope of responsibility.

Required Minimum Education and Experience:

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field.

Related Experience:
Minimum 3 years of broad-based HR Generalist experience including recruiting and employee relations responsibilities

Demonstrated computer proficiency using business and HR systems/

Preferred Qualifications:

Educaton:

HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge:

Knowlege of employment laws both Federal and State; including those of EEO and ADA guidelines.

Skills:

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Demonstrated experience with HRIS systems.

Cultural competency and the ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with both individuals and groups from diverse background.

Abilities:

Ability to problem solve proactively.

Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and adhere to deadlines.

Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.

Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.