Human Resources Manager (Generalist)

Hybrid office hours - (in office Mondays through Thursdays, remote on Fridays)

SUMMARY

The Manager, HR is responsible for providing guidance and solutions on human resources operational issues and partners with management to facilitate the delivery of HR services. The Manager serves as a contact for employees regarding HR policies/procedures and completes planning and administrative tasks in various areas of HR including recruiting/onboarding, benefits, leaves of absences, records management, safety, training, etc. to support the daily operations of the HR department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting requirements affecting HR functions and assists in the development, revision, and implementation of compliant policies, procedures, and reporting.
• Serves as a liaison between management and employees by handling questions, explaining benefit offerings, interpreting and administering policies and helping resolve work related issues.
• Performs full cycle recruiting including posting, sourcing, interviewing, extending offer, processing application/background check, and conducting onboarding activities.
• Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews.
• Assists with the rollout of various HR initiatives: performance management, training, etc.· Enters/updates employee data into HRIS – i.e. new hires, terminations, status changes, etc.· Administers the Service Award program.
• Processes leaves of absences.
• Enters and follows through on workers compensation claims.
• Works with payroll to resolve any compensation or time off related matters.
• Maintains employee files and records.
• Completes special projects by clarifying project objective, setting timetables and schedules, conducting research, developing and organizing information, fulfilling transactions.
• Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data, HR metrics and trends.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to keep information confidential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship building
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), MS Office and demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping
• Organized and efficient in daily tasks
• Excellent knowledge of employment laws (emphasis: NY, NYC) and best practices
• ADP Workforce Now experience, a plus

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration and/or related field and 5 plus years related experience in a mid to large size company; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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