Junior Human Resources Generalist

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York is seeking a Junior Human Resources Generalist to support HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and personnel evaluation. This role involves maintaining vacancy reports, conducting orientations, and ensuring compliance with civil service rules. Ideal candidates will have a degree and relevant experience, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Join a diverse team committed to serving the people of New York City.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness programs

NYC residency requirements

Qualifications

• Two years of related community work experience or six years with a high school diploma.
• Familiarity with HR processes and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vacancy reports and tracking systems for recruitment.
• Conduct new-hire orientations and coordinate onboarding.
• Respond to employee concerns and inquiries.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

City HRIS Systems

Job description

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The New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country, with a mission of combating municipal corruption. It serves the people of New York City by acting as an independent, nonpartisan watchdog for the city government, city agencies, employees, vendors with city contracts, and entities receiving city funds.

DOI is seeking a Human Resources professional to serve as a Junior Human Resources Generalist. This role supports the HR team in managing recruitment, onboarding, personnel evaluation tracking, benefits coordination, and other HR functions under the guidance of the Deputy Director of Human Resources. Responsibilities include preparing confidential reports from NYC personnel databases (CHRMS and PMS), conducting exit interviews, and assisting with HR-related events and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update vacancy reports and tracking systems related to recruitment and retention; use NYCAPS to create job openings and source candidates; liaise with colleges and professional associations; identify external posting sites.
• Administer civil service hiring pools, ensuring compliance with civil service rules and timely list actions.
• Conduct new-hire orientations and coordinate with hiring managers for smooth onboarding.
• Provide information on employment policies and benefits to employees.
• Participate in department initiatives and events.
• Implement personnel actions for various employee statuses using City HRIS systems such as NYCAPS, PMS, PRISE, and CHRMS.
• Generate reports from City HRIS systems.
• Respond promptly to employee concerns and inquiries.

If selected, candidates will undergo fingerprinting and a background check.

To Apply

Applicants, including current City employees, should apply at https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov with Job ID # 713934. Resumes sent via email, mail, or fax to DOI directly are not accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Appointments are subject to budget approval.

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree and two years of related community work experience; or
• High school diploma and six years of related experience; or
• Equivalent education/experience with at least one year of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least two years of HR experience in NYC government.
• Familiarity with orientation and HR processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and City HRIS systems (CHRMS, NYCAPS, PMS).
• Knowledge of NYC’s Civil Service processes and systems.

Additional benefits include potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness programs and NYC residency requirements.

The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.