Human Resources Generalist

AVENUES TO INDEPENDENT LIVING, INC.
Woodbury, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
Hourly: Commensurate with experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Human Resources Generalist to support the full range of HR functions within our organization. This position plays a vital role in recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, staff relations, training coordination, performance management, and compliance. The ideal candidate is an adaptable professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about improving the employee experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding

  • Manage and support full-cycle recruitment, including screening, interviewing, selection, and hiring.

  • Attend and coordinate job fairs, hiring events, and outreach efforts.

  • Collaborate with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies and staffing plans.

  • Create, maintain, and archive applicant and new hire files.

  • Schedule interviews and coordinate new employee orientations.

  • Draft and issue offer letters and employment documents.

  • Maintain onboarding records and share with employee records personnel.

Employee Relations & Performance

  • Serve as a liaison between staff and management, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employee concerns.

  • Administer employee evaluations, ratings, and classification reviews.

  • Support disciplinary procedures and conduct exit interviews.

  • Advise on and implement retention initiatives and staff accountability strategies.

Training & Development

  • Coordinate CPR/First Aid training and obtain trainer certification if necessary.

  • Assist with identifying staff training needs and support internal training sessions in collaboration with the training team.

  • Participate in the planning and improvement of employee development programs.

Benefits & HR Compliance

  • Assist in benefits administration and provide information to employees regarding health plans, time off, and other benefits.

  • Ensure all activities are compliant with EEO, ADA, and other employment regulations.

  • Maintain and update employee information and documentation in HRIS and shared databases.

  • Analyze HR metrics and prepare reports as needed.

Administrative & General Support

  • Respond to internal and external HR-related inquiries, including employment verifications.

  • Participate in rotating on-call cell phone coverage with the HR team.

  • Provide backup coverage for other HR staff across all functional areas as needed.

Required Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Excellent interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills

  • Organizational and time management abilities

  • Analytical and problem-solving aptitude

  • High level of professionalism, diplomacy, and discretion

  • Technological proficiency including:

    • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)

    • HHA Exchange, ADP, X-Ref, MeasureOne

    • Adobe Acrobat and other document management systems

    • Electronic filing and scanning software

Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required

  • 4+ years of experience in a Human Resources role required

  • Prior experience with recruiting and onboarding preferred

  • CPR Trainer Certification highly desired (or willingness to obtain)

  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities is a plus

Working Conditions:
  • Work is primarily performed indoors in an office setting

  • Must be able to sit, stand, bend, and stoop as needed

  • Minimal disagreeable elements present

Posted 2025-09-22

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