HR Generalist

Overview

Job Summary The human resources generalist is responsible for performing various HR-related duties and works closely with senior management. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, onboarding, training, policy implementation, and employment law compliance. S/he will work autonomously in partnership with the HR Director.

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs, including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition; morale and training and development.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from employees and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the Director of HR.
• Data metrics.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, e.g., Anti-harassment training and Core Training.
• Facilitates new hire orientation.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) preferred
• Attention to detail for handling administrative tasks accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to complete projects on time with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• 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.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems (ADP).

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits:

• Four weeks’ vacation
• Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance
• 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match
• Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans
• Flexible Schedule
• Opportunities for educational scholarships

Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.