Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for handling a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and providing general support to all other HR functions. This position will also serve as a backup for payroll in both the US and Canada. In addition, this role provides administrative support to Human Resources functions as needed including record keeping, file maintenance and HRIS entry.

Responsibilities:
Recruitment and Onboarding
??? Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers. o Sourcing capabilities through Indeed or other hiring platforms.
??? Manage the pre-hire process to include post offer drug and background screens. o Coordinate with IT to secure badges or computer equipment, email setup, etc. once pre-hire is completed.
??? Conduct new hire orientations and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for all new employees, in person or via Teams for remote employees.
??? Ensure all I-9 and E-Verify documentation is completed in compliance with Federal law.
Benefits Administration
??? Field all benefit related questions.
??? Administer FMLA process and ADA leave and compliance.
??? Complete a monthly audit and remits payment for the NY Life and Transamerica benefits each month.
??? Assist the HR Director with annual benefits renewal. o Coordinate annual open enrollment communications to include in-person meetings.
o Work with ADP to make sure any benefit rate changes are reflected accurately in the system.
o Run post enrollment reports to ensure employee elections are captured and transmitting to each vendor correctly.
Payroll Backup
??? Assist with reviewing the US and Canadian payroll to check for accuracy and to help identify and correct any entry errors.
??? Develop an in depth understanding of the payroll process and serve as a backup for payroll.
General Administration
??? Maintain company intranet and ADP home page with updated forms and current company spotlights.
??? Maintain electronic personnel files to include uploading documents, entering payroll changes (new hires, terminations, promotions, rate changes, etc.) in ADP.
??? Stay informed on multi-state compliance requirements and distribute updated policies and notices as necessary.
??? Collaborate with external vendors and brokers to update the employee handbook and other policies as needed.
??? Conducts audits of payroll, benefits or other HR programs and recommends corrective action.
??? Create and run reports from ADP. Monthly responsibilities for month-end reporting and other reports as needed.
??? Assists with employee events (to include som e after hours events) to boost and maintain employee morale.
??? Write company-wide communications and distribute when needed.
??? Assist with employee relation issues.
??? Assist with HR special projects, training, meetings, etc

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
see required

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
Education / Experience
??? A minimum of 5 years of directly related experience
??? Bachelor???s or Associate???s degree preferred, but equivalent level of experience will be considered

??? Extensive knowledge of computer software (Windows and Microsoft Office), computer hardware and computer servers
??? Working knowledge of APD and E-time software
??? Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications, especially Excel and Microsoft Word software
??? High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
??? Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials; establishing priorities; an

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

Recruitment and Onboarding ???Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers. o Sourcing capabilities through Indeed or other hiring platforms. ???Manage the pre-hire process to include post offer drug and background screens. o Coordinate with IT to secure badges or computer equipment, email setup, etc. once pre-hire is completed. ???Conduct new hire orientations and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for all new employees, in person or via Teams for remote employees. ???Ensure all I-9 and E-Verify documentation is completed in compliance with Federal law. Benefits Administration ???Field all benefit related questions. ???Administer FMLA process and ADA leave and compliance. ???Complete a monthly audit and remits payment for the NY Life and Transamerica benefits each month. ???Assist the HR Director with annual benefits renewal. o Coordinate annual open enrollment communications to include in-person meetings. oWork with ADP to make sure any benefit rate changes are reflected accurately in the system. oRun post enrollment reports to ensure employee elections are captured and transmitting to each vendor correctly. Payroll Backup ???Assist with reviewing the US and Canadian payroll to check for accuracy and to help identify and correct any entry errors. ???Develop an in depth understanding of the payroll process and serve as a backup for payroll. General Administration ???Maintain company intranet and ADP home page with updated forms and current company spotlights. ???Maintain electronic personnel files to include uploading documents, entering payroll changes (new hires, terminations, promotions, rate changes, etc.) in ADP. ???Stay informed on multi-state compliance requirements and distribute updated policies and notices as necessary. ???Collaborate with external vendors and brokers to update the employee handbook and other policies as needed. ???Conducts audits of payroll, benefits or other HR programs and recommends corrective action. ???Create and run reports from ADP. Monthly responsibilities for month-end reporting and other reports as needed. ???Assists with employee events (to include som e after hours events) to boost and maintain employee morale. ???Write company-wide communications and distribute when needed. ???Assist with employee relation issues. ???Assist with HR special projects, training, meetings, etc

experience

4-7 years

skills

see required

qualifications

Education / Experience ???A minimum of 5 years of directly related experience ???Bachelor???s or Associate???s degree preferred, but equivalent level of experience will be considered ???Extensive knowledge of computer software (Windows and Microsoft Office), computer hardware and computer servers ??? Working knowledge of APD and E-time software ???Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications, especially Excel and Microsoft Word software ???High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation ???Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials; establishing priorities; and meeting deadlines ???Good to excellent spelling, grammar and written communication skills ???Excellent telephone and oral communication skills ???Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality ???Deep understanding of Labor Law and employment equity regulations

education

Bachelors