HR Compliance Specialist

Rising Ground • New York, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Compliance Specialist supports the Human Resources department in administering programs and procedures for Agency employees. The role helps ensure compliance with external agency regulations, responds to program requests and questions, and maintains the HRIS database and employee files. It is a full-time hybrid position based in the corporate office in New York City, with work hours available Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., or 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. The position may require travel to other Rising Ground sites.

Rising Ground provides support and services to children, adults, and families through programs across New York City and Westchester. Its stated commitment to diversity includes building a staff that reflects the communities it serves.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field, or 1–2 years of experience in the HR field, or a similar combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to build rapport, establish relationships, influence, and partner with people across all levels of the organization.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work in person in New York City.
• Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites if required.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with HR information systems, such as ADP.

Responsibilities

• Update the HR database with employee change requests and process applicable paperwork.
• Assist with pre-hire and post-hire onboarding, including processing requests with the State Central Registry.
• Ensure annual requirements, such as physicals and driver’s licenses, are up to date.
• Monitor and review the OMEG no-hire report.
• Monitor and update the approved drivers list and I-9 requirements.
• Assist with the annual performance review process.
• Maintain employee files and records in accordance with legal requirements and Agency policies and procedures.
• Audit new-hire files for compliance with State, Federal, and oversight-agency requirements.
• Assist with preparing and communicating internal and external correspondence.
• Prepare department files for audits when requested.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation
• Paid personal days
• Remote and flexible work options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level