HR Generalist - Temporary

An established hospitality and wellness organization is seeking an experienced Temporary Human Resources Generalist to provide leadership and operational support for the Human Resources department during a temporary assignment. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day HR functions, supporting employee relations, ensuring compliance with employment laws, administering HR policies and procedures, and partnering with leadership to maintain a positive and productive work environment. This is a temporary position with a duration based on business needs. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who can quickly integrate into a fast-paced hospitality environment and provide immediate support to managers and employees. Location: Brooklyn, NY Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite Shift: Day Shift Pay Rate: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour, depending on experience (DOE) Assignment Type: Temporary (2 months) Job Responsibilities: Manage daily operations of the Human Resources department during the temporary assignment. Partner with department leaders to provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and workplace issues. Advise managers and employees on organizational policies, procedures, and employment practices. Conduct workplace investigations and resolve employee relations matters in a timely and confidential manner. Support employee performance management, coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations in accordance with company policies. Administer employee leave programs, benefits, HR documentation, and personnel records. Submit Paid Family Leave (PFL) and disability claims through designated carriers. Coordinate and distribute 401(k) enrollment information to eligible employees. Lead onboarding and orientation processes for new hires, including HRIS data entry and ensuring I-9 compliance. Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring activities as needed. Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Maintain accurate employee records and HR files. Process and submit weekly payroll through the organization's HRIS/payroll system. Recommend improvements to HR processes and procedures to enhance operational efficiency. Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information. Perform other HR-related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of Human Resources experience, preferably within hospitality, restaurants, hotels, luxury services, or related industries. Previous experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Generalist. Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws. Experience managing employee relations, compliance, workplace investigations, leave administration, and performance management. Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus. Required skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, coaching, and conflict-resolution abilities. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Thorough knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices. Ability to establish credibility and build strong working relationships with employees and leadership. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr