Human Resource Generalist
About The Position
The Human Resources Generalist supports day-to-day human resource operations, including employee relations, payroll administration, leave management, benefits administration, onboarding, HRIS management, compliance, and employee development. The role serves as a resource for employees and managers, supports compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, and promotes a positive employee experience. The position is based at the Corporate Office in Weedsport, New York. It is full-time and exempt, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular travel to other company locations is expected at least monthly and may occur more frequently based on business needs; some overnight travel may be required. The position reports to the Human Resources Director.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- Three to five years of Human Resources experience.
- Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, PFL, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, and employment law.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and employee-relations skills.
- High degree of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally, interpret information, present numerical data, and gather and analyze information.
- Ability to prioritize and plan work, remain organized and accurate, monitor work quality, follow instructions and management direction, and respond to feedback.
- Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test and agree to the company’s drug-free workplace policies.
- Must be able to lift or move up to 10 pounds, read, write, talk, and hear, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and reach with hands and arms.
- Must follow workplace health and safety policies, complete required job training, and report unsafe conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Payroll administration experience.
- Experience with Paycom or similar HRIS/payroll systems.
- Experience using AI tools to improve efficiency.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
Responsibilities
- Advise employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
- Assist with investigations, employee concerns, disciplinary actions, and performance-management issues.
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; maintain confidential personnel records; and assist with policy development and employee handbook updates.
- Process and audit payroll for multiple entities using Paycom, including reviewing timecards, PTO requests, overtime, and payroll adjustments.
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and inquiries, generate payroll reports, and support accounting reconciliation activities.
- Administer FMLA, Paid Family Leave, ADA accommodations, disability leaves, and related programs; educate employees about leave rights and responsibilities; track leave status; and coordinate return-to-work activities.
- Administer health and welfare benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations; coordinate COBRA processing; reconcile benefit invoices monthly; and support annual open enrollment.
- Conduct front-line recruiting efforts, coordinate onboarding and new-hire orientation, review employment documentation, maintain compliance records, and partner with hiring managers on recruitment.
- Maintain employee records in HRIS systems, produce routine HR reports and workforce metrics, and support HR technology improvements and process optimization.
- Coordinate employee and manager training initiatives and assist with organizational development and employee engagement initiatives.
- Travel to other company locations at least monthly, with more frequent and occasional overnight travel as business needs require.
Benefits
- Two health insurance plan options through Meritain Aetna.
- Company-sponsored HRA card.
- Colonial supplemental voluntary plans, including accident, medical bridge, cancer, and disability coverage.
- Two dental plan options.
- Two vision plan options.
- Life insurance, including employer-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary.
- Pet insurance and pet discount plan.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Profit share program.
- 401(k) and 401(k) match.
- Paid time off (PTO).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
