Human Resources Generalist

Position Title: HR Generalist

Pay Type: Salaried

FLSA Designation: Exempt

Reports to: Director of HR

Location: 100% ONSITE. (Two Rochester, NY facilities within 1 mile of each other)
Salary Range: $55,000-$70,000

Summary/Objective:

Under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, the HR Generalist is responsible to perform and support HR related duties and functions on a professional level and works closely with the HR team. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas:  payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, recruitment/employment, onboarding, policy implementation and employment law compliance.

Essential Functions:

• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Full payroll processing, including generating payroll and custom reports as needed.
• Supports the Director of HR with professional-level HR functions required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition and morale, and training and development.
• Handles complex and/or sensitive employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors.
• Supports the HR function with maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Leads Human Resources projects as assigned by HR Director. 
• Provides support to recruitment efforts.  Acts as a resource for management and leadership recruitment needs.  
• Acts as a resource to other HR team members, including the Director and Safety Consultant.
• Performs all other tasks/duties as may be assigned. 

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems. (ADP Workforce Now) 
• Performs all duties in an independent manner with little supervision.  

Physical Demands:

Requirements/Qualifications:

• 3 years’ experience in Human Resources, in fast paced, high volume, customer driven environments.
• 2 years' experience processing payroll.
• Bachelors’ Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of Federal and NY State Labor Laws, including FMLA, PFL, etc. 
• Broad knowledge across all HR Core Competencies—Benefits Administration, Employee Relations, Compliance, Recruitment, HRIS, Payroll Administration, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work independently with significant latitude for independent judgement.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree a plus.
• Bi-Lingual a plus (Spanish/English).
• SHRM or HCRI certification a plus.
• 3 years of Human Resource experience as an Assistant, Coordinator, or Generalist.
• 2 years of payroll experience required. 

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