Human Resources Generalist - Upton, NY

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The Human Resources Generalist is an integral member of a deployed HR team supporting multiple service, operations, and scientific organizations in a world class national laboratory amidst a diverse and international population.  You will perform professional level duties in multiple functional areas including employee relations, performance management, onboarding, compensation, policy and process implementation, employment law compliance and transaction management.

In this dynamic role the you will:

Administer a variety of complex human resource policies and develop procedures and programs that support the tactical and strategic mission of the assigned area(s) 

Communicate, implement, interpret, and apply BNL policies and procedures at all levels of the organization

Assist in the implementation of human resources strategies, programs, and initiatives ensuring compliance with overall BNL guidelines and policies

Communicate HR policies and procedures to all levels of the organization

Provide advice and counsel on a wide variety of HR issues and concerns to management and staff at all levels

Conduct thorough investigations, analyze facts, and prepare final investigation reports  

Recommend alternative actions to resolve problems and effect continual improvements

Communicate and maintain compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and the DOE contract with respect to Human Resources activities

Partner with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies, write job descriptions, source candidates, and attend job fairs
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies:

Bachelor’s degree Human Resource Management or a related discipline with a HR core curriculum or equivalent education/experience on the basis of 2:1 (years:experience) directly related progressively responsible experience

A minimum of 4 years’ full-time experience as a human resources generalist which must include progressively complex, customer-oriented HR service delivery experience.

Requires initiative, determination and excellent consultative skills in order to identify problems in the early stages and provide solutions or referral suggestions

Knowledge of federal employment law, knowledge of state, and local laws and their impact on human resources issues

Demonstrated ability to analyze situations, conceptualize solutions, and communicate effectively with management and staff

Strong HR and business knowledge which influences management teams in their decision making

Excellent oral and written communication and excellent interpersonal, coaching, and presentation skills

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently and accurately with close attention to detail

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Workday or similar Human Resources Management systems 

HR Competencies:  Ethical Practice, Business Acumen, Relationship Management, Critical Evaluation, Consultation, Communication

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Masters’ Degree in Human Resources Management

Full-life cycle recruitment experience

HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP)

Experience providing HR support in a scientific, highly technical or highly regulated environment

Experience working for a federal contractor

Additional Information:

This is an On-Site position
Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $80300 - $100000 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.