Human Resources Partner

Emerson Personnel Group Inc.; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Personnel Group Inc. in Whiting, NJ is seeking a Human Resources Partner to manage day-to-day HR operations and deliver administrative support in a Direct Hire, full-time in-office role.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, strong organizational skills, and a professional approach to confidential information in a fast-paced environment. You will handle onboarding/offboarding, payroll coordination, benefits, and compliance while supporting leadership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR generalist/partner/admin experience.
• Hands-on ADP Workforce Now experience.
• Strong HR records management and documentation.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR resource for policies and procedures.
• Process employee transactions in ADP Workforce Now.
• Maintain accurate HR files and documentation.
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Assist with benefits administration and leaves.
• Coordinate employee relations matters as needed.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Maintain confidentiality of HR information.
• Provide administrative support to HR, including scheduling.
• Assist with recruiting coordination and interview scheduling.
• Partner with leadership on HR initiatives and projects.

Skills

HR Administration

Employee relations

Policy guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Back Human Resources Partner
Human Resources Whiting Direct Hire Aug 3, 2026

Human Resources Partner

Location:Whiting, NJ
Assignment Type:Direct Hire
Schedule: Full-Time-100% in office
Salary 75,000-80,000

Position Summary

This role requires a well-rounded HR professional who can manage day-to-day HR operations while delivering exceptional administrative support. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with ADP Workforce Now, possess excellent organizational skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Process employee transactions within ADP Workforce Now, including new hires, terminations, status changes, and employee record maintenance.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HR documentation.
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including new hire paperwork, orientations, and exit processes.
• Assist with benefits administration, employee leaves, and open enrollment activities.
• Coordinate employee relations matters and elevate issues as appropriate.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and sensitive HR matters.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling interviews, maintaining calendars, preparing correspondence, and organizing HR files.
• Assist with recruiting coordination, candidate communication, and interview scheduling as needed.
• Partner with leadership on various HR initiatives and special projects.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of Human Resources experience in a Generalist, HR Partner, or HR Administrator role.
• Required: Hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now.
• Strong HR administrative experience, including employee records management and HR documentation.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus.
• Experience supporting employee benefits, payroll coordination, and leave administration.
• Experience working in a fast-paced or multi-site environment.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented HR professional who can quickly integrate into the team and provide immediate support. They are comfortable navigating HR systems, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are committed to delivering exceptional service to employees and leadership.