Human Resource Generalist

The Human Resource Generalist will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the HR department, including recruiting, interviewing, benefits administration, employee relations, and enforcing company policies and practices. This role is essential in fostering a positive and compliant work environment.
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage the staffing process, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding
• Conduct background checks and employee eligibility verification
• Generate official internal documents such as offer letters, employment verification, termination letters, and severance agreements
• Maintain digital employee records, including documents, benefits and attendance records
• Update and maintain job descriptions, conduct benchmark compensation studies, and manage the employee manual with regular annual updates to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with company policies
• Assist employees with benefits-related inquiries and provide guidance on enrollment processes, including new hire and open enrollment periods
• Coordinate with upper management to design and implement benefits offerings that align with the company’s budgets, enhance employee satisfaction, and provide maximum value to employees
• Investigate employee issues and conflicts and work to resolve them effectively
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
• Use performance management tools to provide guidance, feedback, and performance evaluations
• Ensure consistent application of all company HR policies and practices across the organization
• Maintain and update company organization charts and employee directory
• Partner with management to ensure strategic HR goals are aligned with business initiatives
• Maintain and optimize HR systems and processes for efficiency
• Conduct exit interviews for departing employees and provide insight for retention improvements
• Design and implement employee retention strategies to reduce turnover
• Prepare various HR correspondence, documentation, and communications in a timely manner

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field, preferred.
• At least three years of human resource experience, preferably in a generalist role or within a similar industry, with a proven track record of handling a wide range of HR functions.
• Experience supporting employees in a start-up environment, preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS (ADPWorforce Now) and talent management systems (JazzHR).    
• Must be willing to commute to our Newark, NJ offices 3x/week.