Human Resources Generalist

Transdev North America; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 2 weeks

Sick days 5

Holidays 12 days

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision

Job summary

Transdev North America in Boston, MA is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support HR policies, onboarding, and compliance for the Boston Public Schools transportation contract.

The role includes recruitment, benefits administration, HRIS data management, and collaboration with unit leadership to ensure accurate records and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.
• Two years of HR experience including recruiting, selection, and benefits administration.
• Understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to read, understand, and interpret policies.

Responsibilities

• Administer and communicate HR policies and procedures for the unit.
• Consult with management on hiring, compensation, training, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Coordinate recruitment and full-cycle onboarding in ATS; screen resumes, conduct interviews, and communicate with applicants.
• Ensure compliance with E-Verify and onboarding processes.
• Assist with benefits administration, leaves, and workplace accommodations.
• Maintain and audit employee records in the HRIS; ensure data accuracy and privacy.
• Process unemployment claims and respond to personnel records requests.
• Prepare regular reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, ad hoc).
• Provide administrative support to unit management; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Recruiting

HRIS/ADP

Microsoft 365

Employment law knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

ADP

Microsoft 365

Job description

Transdev in Boston, MA is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for its Boston Public Schools transportation contract. The Human Resources Generalist will assist unit leadership in the administration and communication of HR policies and procedures, and handling compliance issues.

Transdev Is Proud To Offer:

• Compensation package of $61,750.00 (minimum} to $77,000.00 (maximum) per year (exempt).

Benefits Include:

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 9 standard and 3 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to recruitment and onboarding,
• Consult with management staff on human resource issues related to hiring, compensation, training and development, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Develop and revise job descriptions.Coordinate recruitment and full-cycle onboarding in an ATS system including resume screening, phone interviews, in-person interviews, and applicant correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with E-Verify and new employee set-up.
• Assist with the administration and tracking of benefits, leaves of absences, and workplace accommodations.
• Handle administrative tasks including entering data into HRIS.Establish and maintain the accuracy and compliance of employee records by both manual data entry and auditing of the database for all employee record changes including, but not limited to status changes, pay rate changes, address changes, new hires, terminations, and tax withholdings.
• Process and assist employees with unemployment claims.
• Interpret and assist with the understanding of human resource policies and procedures.
• Ensure all personnel records are accurately maintained including maintenance of proper records and documentation of required training, certifications, and compliance. Respond to requests for personnel records.
• Generate weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports.
• Provide administrative support to the unit management staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent, such as a G.E.D., required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• Two (2) years of relevant human resource experience, including recruiting, selection, and/or benefits administration.
• Understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; strong presentation skills.
• HRIS, ADP, and investigative experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:

• Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent)
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• 90% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
• Work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• 90% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities. Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day) spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Push and pull objects up to 10 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 20 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidate with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Drug-free Workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the Unites States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if base in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev:

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

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Job Category:

Administrative / Clerical / Payroll / HR / Accounting

Job Type:

Full Time

Req ID:

8830

Pay Group:

ALA

Cost Center:

167

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.