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Human Resources Generalist

St. John's University Jamaica, NY

Jamaica, NY

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$66k - $68k/yr Full time HR HR Compliance Hr Generalist

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Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist is a key member of the HR Services team at St. John’s University, delivering generalist HR support across the employee lifecycle. The role works closely with university leadership and employees to help execute people initiatives, including onboarding, talent management, engagement, performance management, policy administration, and offboarding.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees across the university.
Manage day-to-day HR operations and maintain strong knowledge of HR functions and applicable policies.
Advise on the application of University HR policies, monitor impending regulatory changes, and support policy updates.
Assist with research, development, review, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures.
Support administration of the University’s NEOED talent management platform, including testing, user support, training coordination, data maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Support talent management and succession planning by collecting data, maintaining talent profiles, coordinating meetings, producing reports, and completing follow-up activities.
Support workforce compliance by staying current with local, state, and federal employment regulations.
Provide guidance on performance management matters, support investigations, and work with managers and employees to track, measure, report HR concerns, and recommend development, corrective action, and improvements, including separation processing as needed.
Administer onboarding, offboarding, and employee change processes, acting as a liaison between management and payroll to ensure approvals and information are obtained accurately and in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with I-9 requirements.
Collaborate with the HR Services Associate Director and leadership to develop and implement engagement and retention strategies.
Build and maintain relationships with managers, department leaders, and employees to understand client group goals and challenges and to inform engagement-focused programs.
Assist with employee engagement efforts, including development, coordination, and execution of employee surveys and engagement programs.
Facilitate monthly new hire orientation and onboarding.
Participate in benchmarking best practices and industry trends to integrate new and enhanced solutions addressing internal needs.
Coordinate and facilitate training and professional development programs related to University policies and processes.
Support HR policy development and help prepare employee and supervisor communications, training, and HR solutions tied to engagement needs.
Promote a workplace culture that is fair, respectful, professional, inclusive, and challenging.
Communicate the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion and champion related work.
Support work environment needs in routine operations and during emergency management by partnering with Public Safety, Facilities, and Environmental Health and Safety, including on-call support for emergency management deployment.
Manage special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of practical experience in Human Resources and recruitment, preferably across multiple HR specialty areas, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels.
Demonstrated agility and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office and Office 365; experience with employee data management systems preferred. Knowledge of the NEOED platform is a plus.
Solid knowledge of HR policies and employment law (federal, state, and local).
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is a plus.
Respect, knowledge, application, and commitment to equity and inclusion.
Serious commitment to discretion and confidentiality.

Technologies

NEOED
Microsoft Office
Office 365

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Tuition remission
Generous 403(b) employer contribution
Employee assistance program
Liberal paid time off policies
Access to St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation, and sporting events for faculty and staff

Additional Details

Location: Jamaica, NY (hybrid)
Salary: USD 66,300 to 68,000 per year
Experience: 3 years minimum
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Supervisory responsibility: May periodically manage a student worker, graduate assistant, or part-time employees.
Work environment: Professional office environment using standard office equipment (personal computers, printers, etc.); regular and consistent attendance required.
Schedule: Full-time; expected hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with potential for longer hours and occasional weekend work.
Travel: Primarily local, including visits to other NY campuses.
Physical requirements: May be required to stand, move about, sit, walk for extended periods across campus, carry work and use controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, and communicate; may occasionally lift or move up to 10 lbs.

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Professional Transit Jamaica, NY

Jamaica, NY

2mo ago Closed

$60k - $70k/yr Full time Application Tracking System Candidate Screening Career Fairs

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 24, 2026).

Job Description

Professional Transit offers a stable, benefits-forward position for a Recruiter on-site in Jamaica, NY (Queens). This full-time role supports staffing for fleet and office teams while partnering with communities and moving candidates smoothly from outreach through onboarding. Compensation is $60,000 to $70,000 per year, with 100% employer-paid pension (no cost to you) plus 401(k) matching, along with comprehensive medical and dental and paid time off.

Responsibilities

Own the high-volume full-cycle recruitment process to help ensure fleet and office teams are staffed with qualified professionals.
Handle recruitment activities end-to-end, including community outreach, candidate engagement, and on-boarding.
Build and execute creative recruiting plans using Indeed, social media, and specialized job boards.
Screen and interview candidates, and conduct background and reference checks to support quality hiring decisions.
Represent the company at job fairs, career events, and through local community resources.
Maintain accurate candidate documentation in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and support the onboarding and orientation process.
Re-engage previously qualified candidates and manage reactivation processes for inactive staff.

Requirements

At least 2 years of recent, proven experience in high-volume recruitment or in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, along with experience managing hiring platforms/ATS.
Strong understanding of employment laws, lead generation, and networking techniques.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines in a high-energy environment.
Must work on-site in person in Queens, NY.

Schedule and Work Style

Monday to Friday (full-time).
Willing to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Pension (no cost to you) plus 401(k) matching.
401(k) matching.
Comprehensive medical and dental.
Paid time off, vacation days, and paid holidays.

Application Questions

Recruiters will work from current and future locations. Are you okay working for an unspecified period of time at any of our locations?
Do you have at least three (3) years of recruitment experience?
Recruiters are required to conduct fieldwork. Are you able to conduct fieldwork as assigned?
Do you have high volume recruitment experience?
Do you have full desk recruitment experience?
Earliest potential start date (August, Sept, or Oct; specify month/date).
Do you have community outreach experience?

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