Human Resources Support -Human Resource Generalist

Easterseals New Jersey • Jamesburg, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals New Jersey is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, people-focused HR Generalist to support recruitment, onboarding, employee services, and HR processes. The role helps new employees feel informed and prepared by coordinating orientation, guiding them through paperwork and pre-employment requirements, and tracking onboarding progress. The HR Generalist also supports recruitment activities, compliance, employee recordkeeping, and required training while collaborating with HR colleagues on projects and process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field is required.
• Proven experience with HR policies and best practices.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate thoughts and ideas.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, including senior management and service-level staff.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality, diplomacy, discretion, and integrity.
• Flexible attitude and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.
• Excellent creative and conceptual thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a similar field.
• 1–3 years of HR support experience.
• Current CPR/First Aid trainer credentials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation, introducing employees to the organization, policies, and workplace expectations.
• Guide new hires through required paperwork, background screenings, and other pre-employment requirements.
• Assist with job postings, applicant tracking, interview coordination, and communication with candidates and hiring managers.
• Support HR compliance activities, maintain accurate employee records, and ensure required documentation is completed according to established procedures.
• Maintain accurate employee information in Dayforce and other HR systems, track onboarding progress, and follow up on outstanding requirements.
• Assist with scheduling and tracking required new hire training, including CPR/AED/First Aid.
• Collaborate with HR team members on employee services, HR projects, and process improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts, based on eligibility requirements.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• 403(b) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and medical leave.
• Direct deposit, a Wallet payroll debit card option, and an employee assistance program.
• Wellness program and referral incentive program.
• Paid orientation and ongoing training.

What This Job Offers

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