Human Resources Generalist

Centerstate Corporation for Economic Opportunity•City of Syracuse, NY

1d•$28 - $33•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting the full employee lifecycle and core HR operations across a multi-entity organization. This position is part of a growing two-person HR team responsible for providing HR support to two affiliated companies. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing priorities, and comfort working across payroll, benefits, leave administration, workers’ compensation, and HR compliance functions in a growing organization.

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in an Human Resources role.
Experience with HR software (e.g., HRIS systems like Workday, ADP, or Paylocity) is required.
Familiarity with HR/Payroll best practices, employment law, and confidentiality.
Basic understand of Employment Labor law and HR Best Practices.
Detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills.
Proficiency in data entry.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Excellent customer facing verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent technical skills and proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and other software, as necessary.
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
Thoroughness.
Collaboration Skills.
Communication Proficiency.
Customer Service Oriented.
Flexibility.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Process semi-monthly payroll on the 1st and 15th to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation.
Review payroll data for accuracy, including new hires, terminations, pay changes, deductions, garnishments, benefit elections, and leave adjustments.
Ensure manager approval of timecards prior to payroll processing.
Resolve payroll discrepancies, timekeeping issues, and employee pay concerns.
Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
Update and maintain employee data in payroll, HRIS, and timekeeping systems.
Process employee status changes, compensation updates, tax changes, direct deposit updates, and benefit deductions.
Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, and year-end activities.
Process and reconcile 401(k) contributions and ensure timely funding of retirement plan accounts.
Assist with 401(k) audits, census reporting, and compliance testing.
Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, issue resolution, and ongoing support.
Manage benefits enrollments, changes, qualifying life events, and terminations.
Coordinate annual open enrollment, including communications, system updates, employee support, and follow-up.
Ensure accurate integration of benefits data with payroll and HRIS systems.
Support benefits troubleshooting in partnership with vendors and the HR Director.
Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, Paid Family Leave (PFL), Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and other applicable leaves.
Provide employees with required documentation and maintain consistent communication throughout the leave process.
Coordinate leave-related pay and benefits with payroll and benefits administration to ensure accuracy.
Maintain accurate leave tracking and ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational policies.
Manage workers’ compensation claims from initial report through resolution.
Coordinate communication between employees, supervisors, healthcare providers, and insurance carriers.
Ensure timely documentation and reporting of workplace injuries and incidents.
Track claim status, restrictions, and return-to-work plans.
Maintain OSHA and incident reporting records and support required audits and compliance activities.
Manage full-cycle recruiting for roles across all companies, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer support.
Partner with hiring managers on job requirements and hiring timelines.
Coordinate candidate communication and interview scheduling to ensure a positive experience.
Maintain ATS data integrity and recruiting metrics.
Prepare offer letters, complete pre-employment screening, and support onboarding handoff.
Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files in compliance with company and legal requirements.
Manage onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes.
Maintain HRIS data accuracy through regular updates and audits.
Prepare HR, payroll, benefits, and compliance reporting as needed.
Support HR audits and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Assist the HR Director with HR initiatives, projects, and process improvements.