Senior Human Resources Generalist

Hackensack Meridian Health; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist to support HR services within assigned business units. The role covers employee and labor relations, performance management, leader development, compensation, benefits, and talent acquisition.

On-site in Belle Meade with a transition to a hybrid work model in the future. Ideal candidate has 5+ years HR experience, strong knowledge of employment laws, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent years of HR experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience including at least 3 years in employee relations and conducting complex investigations.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws.
• Effective leadership, team building, and change management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supports the implementation of HR programs and initiatives within assigned business units including employee and labor relations, organization development, talent management, performance management, leader development, engagement, benefits, wellness, talent acquisition, workforce planning, and compensation.
• Supports the development and implementation of local strategic HR initiatives that enable business outcomes.
• Counsels frontline leadership in day-to-day management of team member and labor relations issues.
• Supports and coaches team members on performance and conduct issues.
• Develops and manages positive team member relations programs with key stakeholders to improve engagement and work environment.
• Leads internal workplace investigations and the complaint/grievance process for assigned business units.
• Ensures compliance with HR policies and regulatory requirements for assigned business units.
• Participates in Labor Relations activities including meetings, grievances, and training.
• Manages local onboarding and facility orientation programs.
• Supports team member leave of absence/return to work coordination at the facility level.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

Leadership

Change management

Communication

HR policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

HR certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR)

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

HRIS/EMR systems (PeopleSoft/Workday)

Job description

Overview

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 position will be on-site in Belle Meade and will transition to a future hybrid role.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Senior Human Resources Generalist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Supports the implementation of all HR programs and initiatives within assigned business units, including employee and labor relations, organization development, talent management, performance management, leader development, engagement, benefits, wellness, talent acquisition, workforce planning, and compensation.
• Supports the development and implementation of local strategic HR initiatives that enable business outcomes.
• Consults, coaches, and counsels frontline leadership in the day-to-day management of team member and labor relations issues.
• Supports and coaches team members on performance and conduct issues.
• Develops and manages positive team member relations programs in collaboration with key stakeholders to keep a pulse on team member engagement and identify opportunities to continuously improve the work environment.
• Leads internal workplace investigations and the complaint/grievance process for assigned business units.
• Ensures compliance with HR policies and regulatory requirements for assigned business units.
• Participates in Labor Relations activities (where applicable), including labor management meetings, grievances, and training.
• Manages local onboarding and facility orientation programs.
• Supports team member leave of absence/return to work coordination at the facility level.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

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).

Starting Minimum Rate

Minimum rate of $92,144.00 Annually

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.