Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Senior Human Resource Specialist in Clifton Park, New York, United States. As a Senior Human Resource Specialist, your primary responsibilities will revolve around overseeing human resources operations, managing employee benefits, and maintaining personnel records. This role is critical for our operations as it involves managing a large employee pool, ensuring compliance, and facilitating effective hiring processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the onboarding and orientation processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new employees

• Manage employee benefits, including Workers' Compensation, FMLA, Disability, and Paid Family Leave

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files and documents

• Act as a direct report to the Exec. Director, collaborating on strategic HR initiatives

• Supervise the Human Resource Clerk and other team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment

• Prepare all necessary documents for payroll changes, ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Lead recruitment and retention efforts, using your skills

• Utilize your proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience with Payroll Software to streamline HR processes

• Handle employee relations, fostering open communication and addressing any issues or concerns in a timely manner

• Administer benefits and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.

For immediate consideration email your resume to jill.orietas@roberthalf

Requirements

• The applicant should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a Human Resource Specialist role or similar.

• HCM (Human Capital Management) is necessary to manage the organization's human resources effectively.

• Understanding of Benefit Functions is crucial for overseeing employee benefits.

• Strong communication skills are needed to interact effectively with employees and management.

• Knowledge of compliance requirements is essential to ensure the organization adheres to legal standards.

• Expertise in Employee Relations is necessary for managing employee issues and concerns.

• Familiarity with Hiring Processes is required to ensure the recruitment and selection of candidates.

• Background in Benefits Administration is needed to manage and oversee employee benefits effectively.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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