Employee Relations Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

• Employee Relations: Handle a range of employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans. Provide consistent and fair guidance and support to managers and employees in line with company policies and procedures.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Keep up-to-date with legal changes and adjust policies accordingly. Conduct compliance audits and prepare detailed reports.
• HR Generalist Tasks: Undertake various HR generalist responsibilities such as, onboarding, offboarding, ADP HRIS administration, HR administration tasks as needed. Offer HR support and consultancy to employees and managers across different sites.
• ADP HRIS Expertise: Utilize ADP HRIS for various HR functions including data management, payroll processing, and generating reports. Train and assist team members in the effective use of ADP HRIS.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Travel and Site Visits: Regularly travel to different sites in NJ, NY, PA, and others for employee meetings, training sessions, and to address site-specific HR, Employee relation requirements.
• Conflict Resolution: Act as a mediator for workplace issues and conflicts, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Culture: Help to build and grow the culture at each location.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in employee relations, HR compliance, and generalist roles, including hands-on experience with ADP HRIS.
• Experience utilizing modules in ADP HRIS.
• State compliance for NJ, NY, CA, GA, FL, PA
• Comprehensive understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel extensively as needed.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and maintain confidentiality.
• Car required, Valid drivers license.