Human Resources Generalist (78354)

IONA UNIVERSITY•City of New Rochelle, NY

24d

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist supports a broad range of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, HR operations, and compliance. This role serves as a key resource for faculty and staff, ensuring efficient HR processes that align with institutional priorities and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, the HR Generalist contributes to a collaborative, service-oriented campus environment within a higher education institution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum of 2 years of human resources experience
Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent)
Experience in a higher education or nonprofit environment
Familiarity with HRIS and applicant tracking systems
Customer service and relationship management
Attention to detail and organizational effectiveness
Problem-solving and sound judgment
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Coordinate full-cycle recruitment for staff and select faculty roles
Partner with hiring managers to develop job postings, screen candidates, and coordinate interviews
Ensure compliance with equal employment opportunity standards
Manage onboarding processes, including orientation and new hire documentation
Provide training and support to hiring managers and search committees on the applicant tracking system (ATS)
Assist with maintaining ATS data integrity and reporting
Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, retirement, and leave programs
Respond to employee benefits inquiries and support issue resolution
Support open enrollment processes, including communications and system updates
Coordinate with benefits vendors and brokers to ensure accurate and timely service delivery
Assist with benefits billing, invoice review, and reconciliation to ensure accuracy and timely payment
Maintain benefits records and assist with compliance requirements (e.g., ACA, COBRA)
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records within the HRIS
Process employee lifecycle changes (hires, promotions, terminations, leaves of absence)
Support payroll processes in coordination with finance or payroll staff
Assist with student payroll administration, including data entry, tracking, and coordination with payroll
Generate HR reports and assist with data tracking and analysis
Create, issue, and administer faculty contracts throughout the appointment cycle
Manage and administer the organization’s motor vehicle policy, including processing and maintaining all required forms
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws
Support implementation and communication of HR policies and handbook updates
Assist with internal audits and reporting requirements
Support performance evaluation processes and timelines
Provide guidance to supervisors on performance management practices
Assist with coordination of training and professional development programs
Support HR-related campus events such as orientations, job fairs, and employee engagement activities
Assist in planning and logistics for recruitment events and campus initiatives
Represent Human Resources at campus events as needed
Collaborate with Student Financial Services to accurately process all student hire requests
Manage completion, verification, and secure storage of I‑9 documentation for student employees