Human Resources Specialist

Our client, a faith and community based nonprofit located in the Bronx, is seeking an HR Specialist to join their team. The Human Resources Specialist will play a key role in supporting the full employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding—while ensuring compliance with employment laws, maintaining accurate documentation, and promoting a smooth and supportive employee experience.

Location: Bronx, NY 10451 (On-site)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 per year

• Onboarding & Offboarding – Assist with new hire processes, documentation, and exit interviews
• Benefits & Policy Administration – Help manage benefits and enforce HR policies
• Legislation Awareness – Stay updated on employment laws and policy enforcement
• Employee Retention & Engagement – Support initiatives for workplace satisfaction, recognition, and culture
• Employee Relations – Assist in disciplinary actions, investigations, and conflict resolution
• Administrative Support – Schedule meetings, manage logistics, and support HR events/projects
• Policy Development – Conduct research and contribute to policy drafting
• Reporting – Generate reports on HR metrics and KPIs for leadership
• Job Posting Management – Manage job ads on platforms like Indeed
• Employment Authorization – Oversee E-Verify processes for new hires
• Preparation – Prepare and distribute badges and welcome new hires
• Document Management – Maintain organized employee records
• Other Duties – Responsibilities may change as needed at employer discretion

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• 2+ years of HR experience (nonprofit or community-based preferred)
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Proactive “go-getter” mindset with attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player who respects diverse perspectives
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; HRIS experience a plus
• Comfortable working in a faith- and community-based organization led by people of color
• Commitment to equity, inclusiveness, and mission-driven service

• Written translation skills are a plus
• Interpersonal skills: 3 years (required)
• Experience working with community professionals, court systems, or nonprofits
• Willingness and ability to commute to Bronx, NY 10451 (required)