Human Resources Generalist

Anchor House; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor House is seeking an experienced HR leader to develop and execute people strategies that drive organizational performance. The role oversees HR strategy, recruitment, employee relations, benefits, training, and HRIS/payroll, ensuring compliance and a high-impact culture.

You will partner with senior leadership to shape workforce planning and talent development in a trauma-informed organization, guiding cross-functional teams and influencing outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Expertise in talent management and organizational development
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR technologies, and analytics
• Experience with Paycom HRIS and payroll systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR strategy and reporting
• Recruitment and staffing management
• Employee relations and coaching
• Benefits administration and leaves management
• Training and development program oversight
• HRIS, timekeeping and payroll administration

Skills

Leadership

Communication

HR Strategy

Change Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin or related field

Master's degree or HR certification preferred

Tools

Paycom HRIS

ATS

Job description

Our mission is to provide a true anchor, a stable and reliable foundation where the soul is refreshed, restored and hope is born again. We use a trauma informed, integrated biopsychosocial and holistic approach to substance use disorder. The goal is for men and women to return to their families as healthy, productive, and self-sufficient members of their communities empowered to reach their destiny.

Primary Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions:

• HR Strategy and Reporting
• Recruitment and Staffing
• Employee Relations
• Benefits Administration
• Training & Development
• HRIS, Timekeeping and Payroll Administration

Detailed Responsibilities

HR Strategy and Reporting:

• Oversee social media management related to HR initiatives
• Support change management processes within the organization
• Responsible for the project management of HR initiatives. Ensure that project deliverables are provided on time

Recruitment and Staffing:

• Lead recruitment efforts including posting jobs screening resumes, conducting interviews and making recommendations.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to determine staffing needs and manage interview processes.
• Manage onboarding processes for new hires

Employee Relations:

• Communicate effectively with employees at all levels to address HR-related inquiries and concerns
• Serve as a liaison between employees and management, provide counsel to management to maintain a productive environment, including employee development, coaching, recognition, etc.
• Advise management on employee performance issues and appropriate corrective actions

Benefits Administration:

• Manage benefits administration including enrollment, changes, and inquiries
• Participate in the coordination of employee benefits through the full process cycle, including liaising with health insurance brokers and health insurance to resolve insurance claims.
• Effectively plan and manage employee leaves of absence, short-term disability, worker's compensation issues, OSHA requirements, PTO issues, and other employee matters.

Training and Development:

• Develop and implement training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge
• Coordinate and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives

HRIS, Timekeeping, and Payroll:

• Utilize HR system Paycom for timekeeping, payroll and HRIS activities
• Oversee maintenance of employee personnel files and the Paycom system.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field;
  • Master's degree (e.g., MBA) or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• Proven ability to develop and implement people strategies that drive business outcomes in a dynamic environment.
• Deep expertise in talent management, organizational development, and culture-building.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a track record of influencing C-suite stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of employment laws, HR technologies (e.g., HRIS, ATS), and people analytics.