Human Resource Generalist II

Schofield Care; Village of Kenmore (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Human Resources Generalist II to support daily HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with labor laws. This role ensures a positive work environment by promoting employee engagement and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will have HR experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Benefits

Employee engagement activities

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in healthcare or long-term care.
• 2-4 years’ Recruitment Experience required.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of employment law and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws.
• Coordinate recruitment efforts including posting jobs and conducting interviews.
• Maintain accurate employee records and support employee relations.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)

Tools

Microsoft Office (PPT, XLS, Word, Teams)

HRIS systems

Job description

Job Title:Human Resources Generalist II

Position Summary:

The HR Generalist II supports the daily functions of the Human Resources department, including recruiting and interviewing staff, employee relations (union and non-union), investigations, administering pay, benefits, and Leave coordination with benefit specialists, and enforcing company policies and practices. This role ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and supports a positive work environment for all staff and residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and healthcare-specific labor laws.
• Coordinate recruitment recruiting efforts including posting jobs, screening applicants, Interviews, scheduling interviews, and applicable Healthcare background checks. Manage applicants, posting (s) via electronic systems.
• Prepare all offers, send applicable required new hire documents, schedule pre-employment, background checks and other related New Hire items.
• Coordinate and conduct onboarding and orientation for new hires, ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with healthcare regulations as well as Federal/State regulations.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding benefit and policies, refer to specialists as needed, coordinate with specialists as needed.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including personnel files, attendance, and training logs.
• Support employee relations by helping to resolve workplace issues and documenting and administering disciplinary actions.
• Support conflict resolution and disciplinary processes. Manage and participate in the Union grievance process.
• Promote employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Track performance evaluations.
• Process employee status changes, terminations, CHRC Updates and wage adjustments in the HRIS system as needed.
• Help coordinate employee engagement activities and recognition programs.
• Payroll or Backup Payroll, knowledgeable with payroll rules, assist with escalated issues/inquiries related to payroll preparation and various payroll benefit related administration as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and healthcare regulations.
• Support performance review processes and assist with disciplinary documentation.
• Participate in audits, quality assurance initiatives and HR reporting.
• Support training and development initiatives for staff.
• Respond to Unemployment claims timely.
• Special Projects and other duties as assigned.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• On-site
• May require occasional lifting of files and materials, and interaction with residents and staff.

EOE Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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Qualification Requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Work experience equivalent to Human Resources in lieu of education may be considered.
• 2-4 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting.
• 2-4 years’ Recruitment Experience required.
• Employee Relations/Investigation Experience required, non-union (union preferred).
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of employment law and best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal skill, and team skills.
• Compassionate and professional demeanor when interacting with staff, care givers and residents.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of employment law (e.g., FMLA, FSLA, EOC) and HR best practices.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (PPT, XLS, Word, Teams) and HRIS systems required.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.

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