Senior Human Resources Generalist

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Senior Human Resources Generalist to support HR services, programs, and workforce planning within assigned business units.

The role includes employee and labor relations, investigations, and advising leaders on policy application to ensure compliance and a positive work environment. Hybrid work arrangement allows 2 days remote weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent years of related HR experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant HR experience including at least 3 years in employee relations and investigations.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Support HR services, programs, and initiatives within assigned business units.
• Administer employment policies and conduct workplace investigations or counseling as needed.
• Provide guidance to leaders to promote positive team member relations and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Google Suite / Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related area

Tools

PeopleSoft

Workday

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Senior Human Resources Generalist supports the implementation of HR services, programs, and initiatives within assigned business units, including employee and labor relations, performance management, leader development, engagement, compensation, benefits, wellness, talent acquisition, and workforce planning. Responsible for providing support to leaders and team members, this role includes administering employment policies, researching and investigating concerns, and making recommendations that promote positive team member relations. This includes conducting workplace investigations and counseling management on federal, state, and local laws to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures. The Sr HR Generalist recommends effective solutions for addressing workplace issues and corrective actions, delivering service in a professional and efficient manner to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and an overall positive team member experience.

This is a Hybrid role - 2 days a week remote

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent years of related HR experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant HR experience inclusive of a minimum of 3 years of experience in employee relations and conducting complex investigations.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing employment.
• Effective leadership, team building, and change management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Working knowledge of HRIS/EMR systems such as PeopleSoft/Workday.
• Ideal candidate should have working knowledge of talent management, benefit and compensation administration, and legal compliance requirements.
• Experience in managing projects.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR).