Human Resources Generalist

The HR Generalist will support day-to-day human resources operations across multiple entities, partnering with the Vice President of HR on employee relations, leave administration, workers’ compensation, compliance tracking, engagement initiatives, and training in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

Responsibilities

• Address employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, policy violations, and investigations
• Lead intake conversations, document findings, maintain investigation files, and support follow-up actions
• Collaborate with management and HR leadership to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee matters
• Assist with administration and tracking of leaves of absence, including FMLA, PFL, disability, and reasonable accommodation requests
• Coordinate documentation and maintain accurate leave records
• Monitor compliance with federal, New York State, and NYC employment laws
• Coordinate and maintain workers’ compensation claims and related documentation across multiple entities
• Ensure workers’ compensation and New York State disability insurance policies remain active and compliant
• Liaise with brokers, carriers, payroll, and operations teams regarding claims, renewals, audits, and employee documentation
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, company events, and HR communications
• Assist training and development initiatives, including onboarding, orientations, compliance trainings, and manager development programs
• Coordinate company-wide events and employee appreciation activities
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation
• Assist with onboarding, offboarding, policy acknowledgments, and HR reporting
• Support various HR projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned
• Travel to company properties and sites as needed
• Support career development initiatives and internal growth opportunities
• Assist in building learning pathways for key roles
• Contribute to employee engagement through development-focused programs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Minimum five years of HR experience
• Experience handling employee relations matters and/or workplace investigations
• Knowledge of leave administration, workers’ compensation, and employment law compliance
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• HRIS systems

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• FinFit
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Annual Performance-Based Bonus
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Volunteer Day
• Tuition Reimbursement

Salary

USD 80,000 - 90,000 per year

Application Questions

• How many years of experience do you have handling Employee Relations matters, including employee complaints, disciplinary issues, and workplace investigations?
• Describe a workplace investigation you personally conducted from intake through resolution. What was the complaint, what steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
• What experience do you have administering FMLA, New York Paid Family Leave (NYPFL), ADA accommodations, and NYC Workplace Accommodations? Please specify which programs you have managed independently.
• An employee submits incomplete medical documentation for a leave request. How would you handle the situation while ensuring compliance and maintaining communication with management?
• Describe a challenging employee relations issue you handled. How did you approach the situation, and what was the resolution?
• Do you have experience managing Workers’ Compensation claims and disability leave administration? If yes, please describe your level of involvement.
• What are your salary expectations for this position?

Language

Spanish (Required)

Work Location

Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10035