HR Generalist

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high-speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world.

This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including;
Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Compensation: [Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: $70,000-$75,000/yr.

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

• Manage new hire onboarding into internal HRIS and ADP (including time and attendance enrollments)
• Communicate onboarding status and requirements with candidates and new hires
• Maintain accurate electronic personnel files and HRIS profiles
• Track and document required trainings, continuing education, and work assessments
• Process voluntary employee separations and severance notices in a timely and accurate manner
• Administer position changes, promotions, and salary changes in internal HRIS and ADP, and notify relevant departments as needed
• Support administration of HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave management, employee relations, and training
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices
• Assist with HR led wellness and benefit programs
• Perform additional HR and Office duties as assigned
• Serve as back up to office services

• High level of organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities
• Strong confidentiality and ethical judgement
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred
• At least three years of progressive experience in a generalist or similar role strongly preferred

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy which requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated (including booster shots when eligible) against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I understand that is an in-office position and agree to abide Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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