Human Resources Generalist

Saratoga Eagle Sales & Service, Inc. located in Saratoga Springs, NY is a family owned, full-service beverage distributor servicing 21 counties in New York State.

Our passion is selling beverages, delivering fun, and quenching thirst for every occasion!

Our purpose is to support our families, make friends, and serve our community!

Join one of the top beverage distributors in the state as an HR Generalist. We provide the following benefits: 

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off

• Employee discount

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance

• Health savings account

• Paid life insurance

• Disability insurance

• Paid training

• Profit sharing

• Referral program

• On-site fitness center

Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting and administering a broad range of human resources programs and initiatives for Try-It Beverage. This position serves as a key resource for employees and managers throughout the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management support, leaves administration, benefits administration, HR compliance, training coordination, and HRIS management. The Human Resources Generalist helps ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws while promoting a positive and productive workplace culture.

Essential Functions (must be able to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation): 

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Coordinates full-cycle recruitment activities, including posting positions, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and preparing offer letters.
• Partners with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and support recruitment strategies.
• Facilitates new hire onboarding and orientation programs to ensure successful integration into the organization.
• Maintains onboarding materials and ensures completion of pre-employment requirements, including I-9 compliance and employment documentation.
• Coordinates employee referral and recognition programs.

Benefits & Leave Administration

• Administers employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA, FSA, 401(k), EAP, and voluntary benefits.
• Supports the annual open enrollment process and employee benefit education efforts.
• Processes benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, and terminations within applicable systems.
• Serves as liaison with benefit carriers and brokers to resolve employee benefit issues.
• Administers COBRA events and employee benefit continuation requirements.
• Coordinates and monitors employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, NY Paid Family Leave, Workers’ Compensation, short-term disability, long-term disability, and related accommodations.
• Maintains compliance with HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and applicable leave regulations.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Maintains accurate employee records and HRIS data.
• Processes personnel transactions including hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, and terminations.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Assists with HR audits and reporting requirements.
• Prepares reports and metrics related to headcount, turnover, benefits, recruitment, and workforce trends.
• Responds to unemployment claims and employment verification requests.
• Processes wage garnishments, income executions, and support orders.

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serves as a point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, and employment-related matters.
• Provides guidance to supervisors on employee relations issues, performance concerns, attendance matters, and policy interpretation.
• Assists in conducting workplace investigations and documenting findings.
• Supports employee performance management processes, including coaching, corrective actions, and performance improvement plans.
• Promotes employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company culture activities.
• Maintains confidentiality of employee information and HR records.

Training & Organizational Development

• Coordinates required employee training, including harassment prevention, workplace safety, and compliance programs.
• Identifies training needs and assists in the implementation of employee development initiatives.
• Assists in developing and updating HR policies, procedures, and employee communications.

Payroll & HRIS Support

• Partners with Finance to ensure accurate employee data management for payroll processing.
• Maintains employee data within Paycom and other HR systems.
• Assists with audits related to payroll, benefits, and employee records.
• Supports HR technology projects and process improvements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participates in HR projects and strategic initiatives designed to improve employee experience and operational effectiveness.
• Assists with labor relations activities and contract administration, as applicable.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible human resources experience.
• Experience in employee relations, benefits administration, leave management, and recruitment required.
• Experience in a unionized environment and familiarity with collective bargaining agreements preferred.
• Strong employee relations, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms, preferably Paycom.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Working knowledge of federal and New York State employment laws and regulations, including:
• FLSA, NYS Wage and Hour, NYS Human Rights, Equal Employment Opportunity, ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, ERISA and NLRA.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret employment regulations, legal documents, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to prepare professional employee communications and reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, managers, vendors, and external agencies.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear, stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment:

This position operates primarily in an indoor office environment. The noise level is generally moderate to quiet. Occasional travel to company locations may be required.

TRY-IT Distributing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.