Human Resources Generalist

Ferguson Electric; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

A leading electrical services provider in Buffalo, NY, is seeking an experienced HR professional to manage all aspects of hiring, employee relations, and HR compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years in HR, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include recruitment, benefits administration, and enhancing employee engagement. The candidate should possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Good understanding of HR practices and compliance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Construction and/or union labor experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle.
• Serve as a resource for employees and resolve conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Administer employee benefits programs.
• Design training programs for employee development.
• Lead initiatives to boost employee engagement.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Description

• Recruiting and Onboarding: Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection. Coordinate and facilitate onboarding processes to ensure a seamless integration of new hires into the company culture and operations.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted resource for employees, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive workplace culture. Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures to employees and managers.
• Compliance and Support: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including EEO, FLSA, FMLA, and OSHA regulations. Maintain accurate employee records and support audits as needed.
• Benefit Administration: Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives. Assist employees with benefits enrollment, questions, and claims.
• Learning and Development: Design and implement training programs to enhance employee skills and career development. Coordinate workshops, seminars, and e-learning initiatives to support continuous learning.
• Employee and Leadership Development: Partner with leadership to identify development needs and create tailored programs to enhance leadership capabilities and employee growth. Support the organization’s performance management processes, including goal setting, individual development plans and evaluations.
• HR Policy and Process Improvement: Develop, update, and implement HR policies and procedures to align with organizational goals and legal requirements. Streamline HR processes to improve efficiency and employee experience.
• Employee Engagement: Lead initiatives to boost employee engagement, such as recognition programs, surveys, and team-building activities.
• Performance Support: Partner with leadership to align L&D initiatives with business priorities and KPIs and to evaluate training effectiveness and provide recommendations to refine future programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a generalist HR role or similar position.
• A good understanding of HR practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with employees at all levels.
• Detail-oriented.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Construction and/or union labor experience is a plus.