Human Resources Generalist

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POSITION TITLE\:    HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
STATUS\:                      Non-Union (Management)                                   
SALARY RANGE\:      $70,000 to $90,000

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Norfolk County Sheriff's Office is looking for a full-time HR Generalist to join our team. This position will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties, providing a wide range of HR support and advice to management and employees.   

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The HR Generalist will work closely with the Director and HR Specialists, providing support in areas including Benefits Administration, Performance Management, HR Data Management, Policy Development, Recruitment, Hiring & Onboarding, Labor Relations, and Payroll Administration.
• Employee Relations\:  Promote and maintain positive employee relations by acting as a point of contact for employee inquiries, addressing concerns, and facilitating communication between staff and management. 
• HR Compliance\: Stay up-to-date with federal and state employment laws and regulations.  Ensure that company policies and procedures are in compliance. 
• Records and Reporting\:  As point of contact for the Policy & Accreditation Unit, will maintain HR records and data required for periodic audits conducted by the governing authorities
• Unemployment Claims Management\:  Handle all aspects of unemployment claims, including documentation, communicating with the state Department of Unemployment Assistance, and responding to DUA inquiries in accordance with their established deadlines
• Assist the HR Director in conducting an annual staffing analysis and working with managers and Recruitment Team to maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Assist the HR Director in carrying out all disciplinary sanctions
• Assist the HR Director in researching and responding to labor union disputes and grievances
• Ensure that all personnel records are maintained in compliance with regulations.
• The Sheriff of Norfolk County reserves the right to add or delete from these responsibilities.

HOURS OF WORK:

40 Hours per week.  These hours may vary according to the needs of the Correctional Center and may be set by the Sheriff or his designee.

LOCATION:
Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office
200 West Street
Dedham, MA  02026

BENEFITS:

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Tuition Remission
• Massachusetts State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Vacation/Personal/Sick Benefits
• Paid Holidays/Comp
• Stipends for Longevity & Fitness

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or similar program preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR administration roles required
• Strong knowledge and working experience with Human Resources Information Systems (with Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ HR/CMS experience preferred) 
• Versatile skill set and broad knowledge of Human Resources functions
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws and practices
• Broad knowledge of employee relations, performance management, and organizational planning 
• Working knowledge of benefits and payroll/compensation management
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts Driver's License.

Please submit cover letter, current resume and NCSO employment application to Sashell Thebaud, Human Resources Department 200 West Street, Dedham MA 02026, fax 781-461-1791, or via email recruit@norfolksheriffma.org.

NCSO is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.
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All Applicants meeting Minimum Entrance Requirements will be considered for this position.