Human Resource Generalist

North Brookfield Savings Bank•North Brookfield, MA

6d•$34 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resource Generalist performs human resources functions including benefits administration, leave management, recruitment and retention, records management, and payroll backup. The role coordinates corporate relations and employee engagement activities and provides administrative support to the CEO, Board of Directors, Human Resources, Leadership, and Marketing teams. The position reports to the SVP, Senior Human Resources Director. The role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. This is a full-time, non-exempt position scheduled Monday through Friday. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma and at least 3 years of relevant work experience, including payroll processing, benefits administration, recruitment, and records management.
Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently and accurately.
Problem-solving ability, independent judgment, and sound decision-making.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
Strong organizational skills, including ability to prioritize workflow.
Flexibility and ability to remain calm and adapt in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams and SharePoint; data-entry skills; and aptitude to learn new programs and software.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
College degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
Experience working with ADP Workforce Now.
Work experience in the banking industry.

Responsibilities

Administer health and welfare benefit plans, including enrollments, changes, and terminations, and ensure accurate processing in the HRIS and with insurance carriers.
Administer leave management programs, including FMLA, MA PFML, LTD, and COBRA enrollments.
Manage payment of benefit invoices with Finance.
Administer annual open enrollment and assist with administration of the 401(k) retirement plan.
Post open positions and place job advertisements.
Create and send offer letters and onboarding packages to new hires, complete background checks, and manage onboarding and orientation.
Support employee retention through engagement activities, surveys, and communication; partner with Marketing on employee and volunteer events.
Maintain electronic and paper employee, benefit, and payroll files; prepare financial reporting and compensation and benefits comparisons to budget.
Process, audit, and maintain employee I-9 files; complete employment verifications; and maintain employment application files and Affirmative Action reporting data.
Manage periodic reporting requirements, including Workers’ Compensation, EEO-1, VETS-100, annual notices, and Affirmative Action plan filing; assist with compliance audit data requests.
Maintain and annually update employment, payroll, and benefit records according to the retention schedule; stay current on applicable compliance regulations and update employment law postings at all Bank locations.
Manage the time and attendance system and assist employees and managers with pay issues; provide backup for bi-weekly payroll processing.
Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and verify quarterly and annual tax reporting.
Maintain and update personnel records in the HRIS and on paper; set up new hires and process employee changes and separations in the HRIS; maintain the HRIS, update existing fields, and develop new structure.
Coordinate corporate functions such as scholarships, community giving, and volunteer events; coordinate employee events and oversee employee engagement initiatives.
Coordinate internal and external meeting logistics and prepare the Board room before meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.