Human Resources Specialist

About the Opportunity The Human Resources department has an immediate opening for a HR Specialist reporting to the Supervisor of HR Operations – Employee Experience. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the employee lifecycle by executing and improving processes that directly shape the onboarding experience for new Bank and System IT employees and contingent workers. You will serve as an operational expert across several HR programs, including background screening, immigration, relocation, and contingent workforce processes. This role also provides essential support for Talent Acquisition activities and partners closely with Centers of Excellence (COEs) – Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, and Total Rewards – as well as employees, hiring managers, and leaders across the Bank. What You Will Do Facilitate end‑to‑end onboarding activities for new full‑time employees and contingent workers, ensuring timely completion of background screening requirements, I‑9 verification, and Workday data accuracy reviews. Serve as a point of contact for new hires, hiring managers, and vendors to resolve onboarding questions and ensure a smooth arrival experience. Maintain confidential information with discretion and ensure adherence to data‑handling standards. Ensure compliance of HR activities by monitoring files, analyzing reports, identifying issues, and referring complex issues to appropriate staff. Participate in cross‑functional initiatives, supporting the design of new or updated HR processes, tools, or policies. Conduct analysis of activities related to workflow and tasks; propose process improvements based on findings. Anticipate gaps and/or needs across the team and actively seek to remediated those gaps. Qualifications At least 0 to 5 years of relevant work experience. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Strong interpersonal skills and strong analytical ability. Strong attention to detail and strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact and effectively communicate with people at all levels of the organization and work in an ambiguous environment. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, along with various other software applications as needed for the role. Fundamental knowledge of Human Resources Management principles, including best practices and relevant laws and regulations. Benefits Great medical benefits Pension and 401(k) with employer match Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Employee resource networks Paid volunteer leave Flexible work options Onsite amenities that make working here fun Other Requirements and Considerations Candidates should review the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions. The Fifth District provides a hybrid work environment; this position is required to be onsite on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify View email address on click.appcast.io. Employees who work at and/or visit another Federal Reserve entity or outside business as part of their job duties are required to comply with any onsite safety and health protocols of those organizations (including, but not limited to, requirements to vaccinate or test, mask, social distance, etc.). Sponsorship is not available for this role. Selected candidate is subject to special background check procedures. Salary The hiring range of the Human Resources Specialist is $57,200 to $77,000. Salary offered will be based on the job responsibilities and the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as defined in the job qualifications. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. EEO Statement The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences. #J-18808-Ljbffr Federal Reserve Bank of New York