HR Consultant (Hybrid) (Rochester, NY)

JOB TITLE: HR Consultant FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Director of Human Resources PAY RANGE: $70,000-$80,000 annual salary JOB SUMMARY: Livingston Associates is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Consultant to join our team. The HR Consultant will assist in providing HR support and consulting services to one of our large clients, ensuring their HR needs are met efficiently and effectively. This entry to mid-level role is ideal for individuals looking to grow their career in human resources while making a meaningful impact on our organization. Potential for overseeing additional clients as the organization continues to grow. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Serves as an internal consultant by analyzing and recommending solutions to human resource issues relating to the assigned program or section area. Ensures program or section area is in compliance with established policies and procedures and with any relevant federal, state or local legislation. Assists with developing, coordinating and recommending changes for the improvement of workflow in the program or section area. Develops methods and procedures for compiling and analyzing data for reports and special projects. Oversees the onboarding process and conducts new hire orientation. Conducts periodic audits of human resource activities to ensure compliance with laws, policies and procedures. Conducts exit interviews with terminating employees and completes the off-boarding process; report trends and turnover data to the Senior Leadership Team. Administers random drug testing programs to ensure compliance with PHMSA and FMCSA regulations. Participates in professional development sessions or seminars. Works on special projects including, but not limited to, updating and creating employee handbooks. Presents training sessions related to the assigned program or section area. Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation. Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records. Provides clerical support to the HR and Workforce Development Departments. Assists with benefits administration and navigates questions regarding health insurance, retirement accounts, new hire enrollments, and leave management. Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field. 1-3 years of professional-level experience in human resources is preferred. Current SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) credential is preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills are essential. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism and diplomacy. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate. Strong organizational and time management skills. Problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude. Ability to design and implement effective training and process improvements. Familiarity with labor laws and HR best practices. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn human resource information systems (HRIS), and similar computer applications. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This is a full time position #J-18808-Ljbffr Livingston Associates Inc