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7d ago

Human Resources Specialist

Chestnut Petroleum Poughkeepsie, NY

Poughkeepsie, NY

7d ago

$65k - $70k/yr Full time Administrative Support Benefits Administration Employee Benefits

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Job Description

Chestnut Petroleum is seeking a seasoned Human Resources Specialist to support its multi-site retail workforce from the company’s support center in Poughkeepsie, NY. The role is onsite and hands-on, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, workers’ compensation, HR compliance, and employee relations, with HRIS data management in ADP Workforce Now. The position offers a salary range of USD 65,000 to 70,000 per year and requires at least five years of HR experience.

Responsibilities

Own recruitment and onboarding of all new hires
Assist with policy implementation, HR communications, and employee engagement initiatives
Support daily HR operations for a multi-site retail workforce
Assist employees and managers with HR-related questions, policies, and procedures
Administer employee benefits programs including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee communications
Manage workers’ compensation claims, communication, and return-to-work coordination
Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, documentation, and corrective actions
Support unemployment claims administration and employment verification requests
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company employment regulations and policies
Partner with store management teams to support workforce needs and HR best practices
Maintain confidentiality of employee information and company information
Maintain employee records and HRIS data accuracy within ADP Workforce Now
Coordinate and track leave administration including FMLA, disability, paid family leave, and related documentation

Requirements

5+ years of Human Resources experience required
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Experience supporting multi-location retail, hospitality, convenience store, or high-volume hourly environments preferred
Working knowledge of benefits administration, leave management, and workers’ compensation
Experience with HRIS systems; ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with employment laws and HR compliance practices
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Technologies

ADP Workforce Now
Microsoft Office

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Professional development and growth opportunities

Our Values

Safety
Quality
Unity
Integrity
Responsibility
Respect
Empowerment
Love

Preferred Skills

SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR certification
Employee relations experience
Leave administration experience (FMLA/PFL/Disability)
Workers’ compensation coordination
Multi-state HR support experience
Bilingual in Spanish preferred

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