Junior Human Resource Generalist (35237)

Job DetailsJob Location: North Street - Buffalo, NY 14203Position Type: Full Time, 12 MonthSalary Range: $19.97 - $22.96 HourlyJob Category: Human ResourcesBuffalo Hearing & Speech has an opening for a full-time Junior HR Generalist. This position is located at our North Street location (free onsite parking!) and is scheduled to work 37.5 hours/week. BHSC offers a full benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, and generous PTO as well as the opportunity to work at a not-for-profit agency that is making a difference in the WNY community.  The Junior HR Generalist will support the HR department with a variety of HR functions including, but not limited to: Reference checking and past employment verifications Assists in coordination of employee onboarding, including completion of new hire paperwork; Prepares new hire orientation folders and employee handbooks, creates nametags for new staff Oversees and ensures compliance with annual Sexual Harassment Prevention training; Assists in HRIS, Personnel file and I-9 maintenance; Creates templates for HR policies and forms; Assists in development and documentation of department processes and procedures; Filing, scanning and uploading documents; Responds to employment verification requests; Assist with benefits enrollment, annual open enrollment, and employee benefit changes; In conjunction with the HR Generalist, reconcile and approve monthly/quarterly benefit invoices; Manage COVID leaves of absence; Maintain and organize employee recognition programs including, but not limited to, Pat on the Back, the annual Employee recognition event; Maintain employee perks and discounts and assist in marketing to employees; Provides administrative assistance to HR team; First contact person for HR department, answers questions, addresses issues and inquiries and/or directs them accordingly; Keeps up to date with regulatory requirements and changes;   Required Skills: General knowledge of various employment laws and practices Exceptional phone and customer service skills Positive and empathetic communication Creative thinking to solve problems Self-starter and able to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees Managing time and priorities Organization and attention to detail Proven ability to handle sensitive/confidential information and situations with diplomacy, confidence and tact Intermediate knowledge of PC applications for word, excel and power point required; experience with Paycom preferred Education: Minimum Degree Required: Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field Experience: Minimum Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years related office experience. Human Resource experience is a plus. Qualifications