Human Resources Generalist

Woodbury, NJ, USFull-timePosted Oct 13, 2026

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist Job Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of Human Resources Hourly: Commensurate with experience Schedule: Monday–Friday 10-6pm 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, Measure.

One 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 Monday-Friday 10-6pm with a 30 minute lunch.

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