Human Resources Specialist

Orange Bank & Trust Company • City of White Plains, NY

7h • Onsite

About The Position

The HR Specialist provides comprehensive HR support across the Bank’s footprint from the Bronx to Orange County, NY. This role will assist with core HR operations, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, employee support, and administrative functions to ensure consistent HR service delivery bank‑wide.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or another related degree.
• 1 – 3 years of Hunan Resources experience with broad exposure to core HR functions.
• Working knowledge of core Human Resources practices and applicable employment regulations.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel to all Bank locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

• SHRM-CP or related certification
• Experience working with ADP Workforce Now.
• Previous leave management experience.
• Previous recruitment experience.
• Previous experience handling employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist with full-cycle recruiting including job postings, applicant screening, scheduling interviews, conducting junior-level interviews, and coordinating hiring manager schedules.
• Process background checks, employment verifications, I-9 documentation, and new hire onboarding packets.
• Conduct new hire onboarding sessions and ensure proper completion of all new hire documentation.
• Provide administrative support for all leave management processes including FMLA, disability, and workers compensation.
• Assist with employee relations matters, including assisting with investigations as required.
• Maintain HRIS data entry for new hires, terminations, job changes, and employee updates.
• Assist in maintaining personnel files, compliance documentation, and internal tracking logs.
• Respond to employee questions regarding policies, benefits, payroll, and general HR matters.
• Act as the ABA & KnowBe4 Administrator
• Support employee relations by collecting documentation, helping schedule meetings, and assisting HR managers with follow-up tasks.
• Assist in coordinating and delivering training programs including scheduling rooms, preparing materials, tracking attendance, and supporting facilitators.
• Prepare HR reports, spreadsheets, and dashboards as assigned.
• Assist in benefits administration tasks such as open enrollment support, updating employee benefits data, and responding to routine benefit inquiries.
• Help manage HR email inbox and route inquiries to appropriate team members.
• Attend job fairs and recruitment events representing the Bank.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Travel to branches as needed to support HR operational needs and employee interactions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support HR operations and organizational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level