Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business PartnerAt Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a Human Resources Business Partner situated within the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department plays a vital role in supporting the agency's operations across more than 80 sites and a workforce of nearly 3,000 staff. The individual hired as Human Resources Business Partner will manage day-to-day HR operations, including employee relations, compliance, training, staff development, and HRIS administration, ensuring that staff timely, accurate, and mission-aligned HR support. This role reports directly to Sr. HR Business Partner.Role ResponsibilitiesRecruitment & Onboarding Assist in recruiting activities, including job postings, interview scheduling, and offer coordination.Lead and manage the end-to-end onboarding process for all new hires across multiple sites, ensuring a consistent and welcoming experience.Prepare and distribute new hire paperwork, offer letters, and onboarding materials in compliance with agency and regulatory requirements.Monitor onboarding completion and follow up on outstanding documentation, background checks, and required training.Continuously evaluate and improve onboarding workflows to enhance the new hire experience and reduce time-to-productivity.Employee Relations & Compliance Respond to general HR inquiries and provide guidance to staff on HR policies and procedures.Support employee relations functions, including documentation, investigations, and resolution tracking.Assist in tracking and reporting HR metrics related to staffing, turnover, onboarding completion, and employee engagement.HRIS & Data Management Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system in accordance with agency standards and applicable regulations.Run routine reports from HRIS system to support workforce planning and audit readiness.Assist with data integrity audits to ensure employee records are accurate and up to date.Training & Staff Development Coordinate training sessions, HR events, and staff development initiatives.Multi-Site HR Support Serve as an HR liaison for assigned program sites, building relationships with site managers and providing on-site HR support as needed.Offboarding & Separation Coordinate separation processes including exit interviews, final paperwork, and system deactivations.Qualifications & Key AttributesBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 3–5 years of professional experience in a human resources role. Familiarity with HRIS systems; experience with Workday or ADP Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion. High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Willingness to occasionally travel to offices located in Queens, the Bronx, and Manhattan. Proficiency in Google SuiteExperience working in a nonprofit, social services, or mission organization is a plus. Knowledge of federal, state, and NYC employment laws and regulations. Bilingual skills are a plus.Strong ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with staff at all levels of the organization. Ability to exercise sound judgment, escalate issues appropriately, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Compensation & BenefitsCommonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position's scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency. To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure. Our total rewards package reflects our dedication to employee well-being, growth, and recognition. Current benefits include: Tiered health, dental, and vision insurance options. Pension plan and 403(b) retirement savings opportunities. Generous paid time off and family-supportive policies. Professional development and education support to foster career growth. Recognition and appreciation programs for exemplary performance. Employee discounts on programs and services. Access to free amenities, including private seasonal pool clubs and fitness facilities at select locations. Long-service severance upon retirement.Working Conditions & Job DetailsPrimary office-based environment with regular travel to program sites across Queens, the Bronx, and Manhattan. Sedentary work with occasional lifting up to 20 pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed.Salary Range: $60,000 - $69,000Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pmNon-Union Position, Temp-PermLocation: Various (Manhattan: 35 West 31st Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY, 10001; Central Queens: 67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills, NY, 11375; Little Neck: 58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY, 11362; Bronx: 1665 Hoe Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10460; Remote)Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to Meghan Roberts at View email address on click.appcast.io to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted. Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties as need arises. Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer