HR Representative & Employee Relations Lead

Wildwood Programs; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildwood Programs is seeking a Human Resource Representative in New York to support the HR department across onboarding, leave administration, and policy interpretation. The role serves as the primary employee relations contact and contributes to compliance with employment laws and internal policies.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field (or an Associate’s with two years’ experience) and familiarity with word processing and internet apps; SHRM-CP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or an Associate’s degree plus two years’ relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of Word Processing software (Google/Microsoft) and familiarity with Internet applications.

Responsibilities

• Administers and executes human resource programs including orientation, recognition and employee leaves; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance management; productivity, occupational health and safety. Collaborates with relevant staff to implement compensation, benefits and training and development initiatives.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Wildwood Programs is seeking a Human Resource Representative in New York to support the HR department across onboarding, leave administration, and policy interpretation. The role serves as the primary employee relations contact and contributes to compliance with employment laws and internal policies.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field (or an Associate’s with two years’ experience) and familiarity with word processing and internet apps; SHRM-CP is a plus.