Human Resources Generalist

$60,900 - $97,500/Yr

Charter Spectrum - Rochester, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Rochester, NY

10,001+ employees

Telecommunications

About the position

Administer human resources policies and programs, balancing employee advocacy and business operating needs. Promote equity, fair treatment, and positive employee relations and ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws. Provide comprehensive HR support, directly or indirectly to a designated client group in the area of recruitment and retention of critical talent, continuous performance coaching and management, pro-active issue/problem identification and resolution, and coaching and development for more effective leadership decision and communication skills. Understand and support the accomplishment of business priorities. Build credible relationships with Business Leaders allowing for better decisions and organizational effectiveness. Assure Company policies are administered fairly and consistently throughout the area of responsibility. Effectively communicate and execute necessary changes to policies and procedures. Perform employee relations functions including support and counseling regarding personnel and job-related conflicts, problem solving and dispute resolution, managing employee performance issues, review and assessment of termination requests. Conduct employee related investigations as necessary. Handle workers compensation, first report of injury database and safety regulations process. Coordinate the administration of all Leave of Absence programs and processes including Transitional Work Program and Accommodations Process. Conduct health and welfare benefits open enrollment meetings and employee meetings to update or roll out other benefits related programs as needed. Conduct employee and supervisor training including benefits, policies and procedures and prevention of harassment and discrimination. Ensure timely and accurate entries to the HRIS database. Ensure timely and accurate payroll entry for designated client group. Perform audit and compliance functions as requested on items such as audit reports verification, commission reports and payroll information. Maintain employee records in compliance with state and federal requirements. On an as needed basis, participate on various HR committees established to resolve employment challenges. Assist in the management and execution of bonus plans, merit processes, and routine/special request reports. Assist in the annual budget planning process as needed. May recruit and staff from internal and external sources. All other duties as requested.

Responsibilities

• Administer human resources policies and programs.
• Promote equity, fair treatment, and positive employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws.
• Provide comprehensive HR support to a designated client group.
• Manage recruitment and retention of critical talent.
• Conduct continuous performance coaching and management.
• Identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Build relationships with Business Leaders.
• Communicate and execute changes to policies and procedures.
• Perform employee relations functions including counseling and dispute resolution.
• Conduct employee-related investigations.
• Handle workers compensation and safety regulations.
• Coordinate Leave of Absence programs.
• Conduct health and welfare benefits open enrollment meetings.
• Conduct employee and supervisor training.
• Ensure accurate entries to the HRIS database.
• Ensure timely payroll entry for designated client group.
• Perform audit and compliance functions.
• Maintain employee records in compliance with regulations.
• Participate in HR committees as needed.
• Assist in managing bonus plans and merit processes.
• Assist in the annual budget planning process.
• Recruit and staff from internal and external sources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of Human Resources Generalist experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated PC skills and MS Office skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws.
• Knowledge of staffing and employment practices.
• Consultative and coaching skills.
• Analytical skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Certifications for Human Resource Professionals (PHR, SPHR).
• Knowledge of Cable television products and services.

Benefits

• Comprehensive pay and benefits package.
• Support for all aspects of employee well-being.
• Incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.