Human Resources Generalist

Mohawk Ambulance•Schenectady, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Mohawk Ambulance is seeking a full-time Human Resources Generalist! The Human Resources Generalist (HRG) is responsible for the full cycle of recruiting for applicable assigned positions starting with advertising, marketing and sourcing candidates to extending final offers and onboarding. Additionally, the HRG will regularly assist with employee relations tasks, such as disciplinary and investigatory meetings. The HRG will complete assigned Human Resources functions for the company and assist with ensuring the Human Resources department runs efficiently. This position puts a strong emphasis on ensuring a positive employee experience for all staff as well as providing strong staff support for all employees in the company.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
A minimum of two years of recruiting and marketing experience required.
A minimum of one year of Human Resources experience required.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Clean driving record (no points, no recent motor vehicle accidents regardless of fault) preferred, ability to navigate between company sites required.

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages the talent acquisition process for assigned positions, which includes advertising, marketing, sourcing, interviewing, assessing, Physical Ability Test completion, and hiring of qualified job applicants.
Creates, posts, and maintains job advertising campaigns for all applicable open positions.
Works alongside the company’s HR team to onboard staff, ensuring all new staff have a positive onboarding experience.
Coordinates with the HR team and Training Center staff to ensure a smooth transition from onboarding to new hire training.
Initiates and participates in community outreach to local schools and organizations to promote the company and spread awareness of offered opportunities and positions.
Analyzes the onboarding experience to identify and correct any inefficiencies in the process.
Ensures the current applicant tracking system and assessment software is working effectively and suggests any necessary changes.
Leads by example and promotes a positive company culture that focuses on providing strong staff support and fostering open communication and development for all staff.
Works continuously to ensure all staff have a good experience during their time with Mohawk.
Assists with the oversight of current recognition programs and suggests new ways of showing staff appreciation.
Promotes mental health initiatives to assist staff with their overall wellness.
Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as needed, in accordance with company policy.
Conducts station visits periodically to conduct in person staff outreach sessions.
Assists with ensuring a smooth daily workflow of the department.
Works with the Director of HR and the leadership team to understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy, particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
Helps maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
Conducts audits as needed to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Works with the team to ensure training compliance where necessary.
Suggests and implements ways to streamline processes and improve efficiency in the department, with a strong focus on utilizing technology as a tool to achieve this.
Performs other duties as assigned.