Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000 (commensurate with experience)
Reports To: Director of Human ResourcesAbout Us
We are a mission-driven organization serving diverse communities across New York City. Our Human Resources team is committed to fostering a positive, compliant, and efficient workplace. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist with strong experience in ADP Workforce Now, employee onboarding, and HR data management.
Position SummaryThe Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting a wide range of HR functions, including onboarding, orientation coordination, HRIS administration, timekeeping, and compensation changes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, strong data entry skills, and advanced knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and Microsoft Excel.
Key Responsibilities- Manage and process new hire onboarding, including background checks, orientation coordination, and system entry
- Conduct or support new employee orientations, ensuring a positive and compliant onboarding experience
- Serve as the primary administrator for ADP Workforce Now (HR, Payroll, and Time modules)
- Perform high-volume and accurate data entry into HRIS, including new hires, terminations, promotions, and pay change forms
- Maintain employee records, timekeeping data, and audit trails in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
- Support supervisors with ADP Time & Attendance issues and ensure accurate timecard processing
- Generate and analyze HR reports using Microsoft Excel (including formulas, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables)
- Respond to employee inquiries related to policies, benefits, payroll, and timekeeping
- Assist with the coordination of benefits enrollment and compliance trainings
- Support HR initiatives, audits, and special projects as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (required)
- 2–4 years of experience in an HR generalist or HR operations role
- Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (HR, Payroll, and Time & Attendance) required
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (including data sorting, formulas, and reporting tools)
- Knowledge of NYC/NYS labor laws and compliance standards
- Demonstrated ability to manage onboarding processes and facilitate employee orientations
- Strong attention to detail, especially in data entry and employee recordkeeping
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred
- Experience in a nonprofit or unionized environment is a plus
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
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What We Do
HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.
HANAC’s organization mission is:
To develop, implement and administer the operation of essential social services including youth, senior and immigrant services, employment and education programs, counseling and affordable housing for the betterment of the community.
We presently sponsor over 40 programs located in twelve sites in four boroughs, serving over 30,000 clients annually.
