Human Resources Generalist II  (Temporary)

About Graham Windham

In full partnership with families & communities, Graham Windham strives to make a life-altering difference to children, youth and families affected by abuse, neglect and delinquency by providing each child we serve with a strong foundation for life: a safe, loving, permanent family and the opportunity and preparation to thrive in school and in the world. With over 500 full-time, part-time and On-call employees serving children and families in multiple programs throughout Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Harlem, Graham Windham provides an exciting & enriching work experience. 

Graham Windham is the first organization in New York City to implement Solution – Based Casework (SBC). Solution – Based casework helps children and families to be the solution to the seemingly insurmountable problems in their lives, from generational cycles of poverty, abuse, and neglect to unemployment, domestic violence, and severe health problems. By recognizing and reinforcing their innate strengths and ability to cope, we at Graham Windham empower them to take the lead in making change in their lives.

About the Human Resources Department

The Human Resources' department manages the Recruitment, Hiring, Compensation & Benefits and other service needs for the 500 personnel who comprise its workforce. The department's staff and managers focus on data-driven strategies to advance its goals of excellent customer service and of supporting broader organizational goals of workforce and service excellence.

About the Position

Graham Windham staffs analytic, data-oriented Human Resources Generalist II’s to advance the agency's and HR department’s strategic goals. The HR Generalist II supports the development of a superior workforce and help to create an employee-oriented company culture that emphasizes quality, customer service, continuous improvement, and high performance. The incumbent develops professional relationships with the hiring team, staff and partners in the tristate area, in Westchester County and in neighboring communities to the end of elevating the organization’s brand and presence in these areas and expanding and strengthening our pool of talent. 

Duties and Responsibilities

The HR Generalist II’s responsibilities span, but are not limited to, the following areas:

Recruitment and Selection:

• Full cycle recruiting and staffing logistics. 
• Identify and develop relationships with potential staff resources for the hiring of qualified employees. Attend and participate in job fairs, open houses, and website recruitment, conducting initial applicant screenings and reviewing resumes of potential candidates
• Assist in the development of dynamic material for recruitment events;
• Work closely with the department heads and hiring managers to compose and monitor job descriptions ;
• Post positions to the agency’s internal and external websites;
• Maintain relationships with hiring managers and other operational staff to research and report on strategies for hiring top quality candidates;
• Collaborate with hiring managers in the interview and selection process. Assist in conducting reference checks. Provide guidance to managers on the reference check and interview summary process;
• Process new hires, ensuring compliance with employment requirements and labor laws, and completeness of records;
• Formulate offer letters for new employees.

Human Resources Information System (HRIS):

• Responsible for Human Resources Information System (HRIS) administration and maintenance of other tracking systems and databases that house personnel-related information for assigned program areas;
• Record-keeping and logistics related to employee orientation and staff development/ training;
• Workforce data tracking and reporting which support department and agency-wide strategic goals. Compile monthly management reports, analyzing and projecting vacancies in various departments.

Employee Relations:

• Collaborate with the Employee & Labor Relations Manager on claims or allegations of harassment, discrimination & other workplace misconduct; assist in providing analyses of each case and recommendations for any necessary follow-up actions;
• Assist with any employee relations issues that may arise & provide other support services.

Benefits Administration:

• Collaborate with the Benefits Manager on the planning logistics for the agency’s annual Health and Wellness fairs and Open Enrollment.
• Compensation & Benefits Administration & Record-keeping. Performance Management Systems. Employee safety, wellness and health reporting. 

Training:

• Collaborate with the Senior Manager for Talent & Business Operations and Employee Relations Manager to provide training on our interview and selection process as well as other HR related policies.

Workforce Priorities Initiatives:

• Shepherds and manages HR’s responsibilities connected to the implementation of one or more Graham-wide projects, initiatives and/or programs to advance the organization’s strategic workforce priorities in the areas of Recruitment, Retention, Development (of staff) and/or Wellness.

Other Duties:

• Participate in agency-facilitated meetings and in other meetings and seminars as necessary to gather information and/or to represent the department.

• Provide other program, departmental, or agency supports as needed.
• Guides, coaches and supports interns on tasks, projects and assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, or in a related field; Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of direct experience and related certifications in Human Resources.
• A minimum of three (3) years of direct experience in Human Resources;
• Working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now is a plus. 

Core Competencies: 

• Excellent ownership skills and follow-through 
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong Computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to perform quantitative & mathematical functions. 
• Ability to be flexible and multitask between routine tasks, special projects and unplanned priorities.
• Ability to role model leadership behaviors under stress
• Ability to respond to telephones and other auditory stimulation
• Ability to evaluate/interpret information and make independent judgments/decisions. 

Position Type

Full Time, Exempt Professional

Salary

60 - 65K Commensurate with Experience

Location

One Pierrepont Plaza, Brooklyn, NY (Hybrid Work Arrangement: Remote/Onsite)

Graham Windham offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, holiday pay, retirement savings plan, and much more.

EOE