Human Resources Business Partner Generalist

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Construction & Development team in New York offers a hybrid work setup with one day of telework per week. The salary range is USD 70,285 to 87,857 per year, and the role comes with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support work life, health, education, and career growth. In this Human Resources Business Partner Generalist position, you will provide broad HR support across organizational development and training, HRIS, recruitment, compensation, and leave management, reporting to the Assistant Director, HRBP.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Business Partners in recruitment, hiring, and retention processes, including job postings and resume screening for qualified applicants.
• Conduct background investigations and monitor clearances as needed.
• Track candidates and stages of the employment process, prepare notifications, and schedule interviews for candidates with conditional offers.
• Participate in onboarding of personnel to ensure a smooth integration into the organization.
• Represent the team at job fairs, diversity events, and outreach activities to attract talent.
• Create proposed salary analysis worksheets to inform compensation discussions.
• Prepare general correspondence regarding salary adjustments to employees and to representatives from other MTA agencies.
• Assist with job fairs and employee retention programs and events.
• Help update HRIS and Operations data to maintain accuracy and data integrity.
• Contribute as a key member of the MTA C&D People (HR) and MTA People (HR) teams to achieve department goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial/Labor Relations, or related field.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of related experience.
• Proven ability to interact with managers and employees at all organizational levels and work effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency in PeopleSoft HRIS, Microsoft Office Suite, or similar applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, TEAMS, and ZOOM.

Technology and Tools

• PeopleSoft HRIS
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Virtual platforms (TEAMS, ZOOM)

Benefits

• Complimentary MTA transportation pass
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Health insurance plans for individuals, families, and domestic partners
• Dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Pension plans and retirement savings accounts
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedules
• Work Life Services team and Office of the Chaplains unit
• Tuition reimbursement support
• In-house training and professional development, including leadership programs
• Partnerships with educational institutions
• Employee discounts and perks
• Participation in in-house Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Telework

This position is eligible for telework, currently one day per week. New hires may apply 30 days after the effective date of hire.

How to apply

Internal Applicants: Log in to the My MTA Portal, click on the My Job Search tile, select the Careers link, search for the desired position, click Apply, and follow the on-screen instructions.

External Applicants: Visit www.mta.info, click the Careers link in the footer under The MTA, then click See All Open MTA Positions. Search for the desired position, click Apply, and follow the instructions.

Additional information

• Final salary is determined by experience, skill set, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.
• Current MTA employees applying for a new role must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Eligibility to interview also depends on maintaining satisfactory performance, attendance, and disciplinary records.
• In accordance with New York State Public Officers Law and the MTA Code of Ethics, policymakers must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government.