Human Resources Generalist

Description of DutiesSUNY Canton is looking for a full-time Human Resources Generalist to join the Human Resources team.Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist plays a pivotal role in supporting and managing a broad range of HR functions. This includes administering employee benefits, coordinating training initiatives, contributing to policy development, and promoting full observance of SUNY, state and federal policies, laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will be the professional who exercises sound judgment, demonstrates discretion, and maintains the highest level of confidentiality. This position requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and confidential environment.Responsibilities

• Support the administration of campus employee benefits and leave programs and guiding employees through various benefit enrollment processes.
• Facilitate and enhance on-boarding and off-boarding processes.
• Facilitate performance management initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Prepare and distribute campus-wide HR trainings and communications.
• Assist the Director of Human Resources with confidential employee relations and workplace matters.
• Ensure adherence to HR policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Review the Human Resources webpage for up-to-date resources and information.
• Deliver high-quality service to faculty, staff, and student employees.
  
  

QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree plus four or more years of experience in Human Resources or Payroll.
• Ability to work with diverse constituents and develop collegial working relationships.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Advanced level of skill with productivity software suites such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working with New York State Civil Service rules and procedures or experience in the public sector or higher education.
• Prior experience in human resources.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance standards.
• Experience using an HRIS software.
• Experience with processing FMLA, PFL, PPL and other state and federal leaves.
  
  

Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal background check.Closing Date for Receipt of ApplicationsReview begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.Apply for PositionSUNY Canton does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, or age in its education programs, services, and activities, including employment policies and practices.