HR Generalist Job Details Job Location Corporate Headquarters - Kingston, NY Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $62000.00 - $62000.00 Salary/year Job Shift Day Job Category Human Resources Description When you work forGateway Hudson Valley, you make a difference in people’s lives. Our Vision: To be a leader in supporting individuals as they strive to achieve a hopeful, satisfying, active, and contributing life. We offer Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement, Holidays, and generous PTO POSITION SUMMARY: The Human Resources Generalist supports the HR team and the Vice President of Human Resources in the development, implementation, and administration of HR policies, procedures, and programs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance, fostering a positive workplace culture, and supporting the agency’s strategic goals. The HR Generalist must maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate expertise across all HR functions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: + Serve as a subject matter expert across core HR functions, including employee relations, compliance, benefits, and training. + Support the VP of HR in managing employee relations, including investigations, documentation, and resolution. + Support Agency programs with departmental training needs. + Act as a liaison between employees and leadership, providing guidance on HR policies and resolving personnel issues. + Provide policy interpretation and ensure consistent application across departments. + Assist V.P. of Human Resources with Policy changes/updates. + Stay current on labor laws and regulatory changes, particularly those related to OMH and OPWDD. + Conduct HR audits as assigned. + Process transfers/promotions and maintain personnel files + Process terminations, status changes, and rate increases as necessary. + Demonstrate positive work attitudes and habits as a role model for employees. + Ensure that staff are assigned to all appropriate state, federal, and regulatory training. + Assist the Benefits and Leave Coordinator with open enrollment, vendor coordination, leave paperwork/claims, and employee communications. + Assist with compliance reporting and audits, including OSHA, Affirmative Action Plans, EEO-1, and other federal/state requirements. + Assist Benefits and Leave Coordinator with Employee Anniversary milestone rate increases and gift. + Maintain accurate personnel records, including promotions, transfers, and compensation changes. + Conduct Paycom audits in collaboration with Benefits and Leave Coordinator. + Uphold a high standard of confidentiality and professionalism in all HR activities. + Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED: + Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. + 3+ years of progressive HR generalist experience. + Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. + High level of discretion and confidentiality. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems. + Experience with employee relations and performance. + Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments. + Knowledge of federal and state labor laws; familiarity with OMH and OPWDD regulations is a plus. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Experience with Paycom Licenses / Certifications: + N/A REQUIRED SKILLS + Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite + Must be able to manage multiple priorities + Professionalism and ability to handle confidential information with integrity WORKING CONDITIONS + Must be able to sit or stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day + Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. on occasion + Must be able to bend or kneel occasionally REGULATORY CLEARANCES REQUIRED: + Must possess a clean driving record + Must have a favorable result from all appropriate background checks We are an EEO/AA employer.