HR Generalist 2

Job Location: Hartford, CT 06106 Essential Functions and Responsibilities Recruitment & Onboarding Manage end-to-end recruiting processes: job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and communication. Prepare and process offer letters and employment documentation. Coordinate and execute new hire onboarding, including background checks, paperwork, I-9s, tax forms, and orientation. Facilitate new hire orientation, serving as a primary HR resource for employees. Payroll Processing Administer and process payrolls for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments. Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies. Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to reconcile payroll data and support audits. HR Operations & Compliance Maintain and audit employee records and HRIS data, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Administer employee benefits enrollments and conduct ongoing audits for health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits. Track and administer employee leave requests, escalating complex cases as needed. Support and execute benefits open enrollment activities, including employee communications and education. Training & Development Develop and implement employee training and development programs. Support workforce development and performance management. Employee Relations Manage employee relations, ensuring a supportive and respectful environment. Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with other departments and support HR projects and initiatives. Other Duties Execute daily HR operational activities in accordance with company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. 3+ years of progressive HR experience, including operations, recruiting, and benefits administration preferably in a non‑profit setting. Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems (Paycom preferred). Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Expertise in employment law, HR best practices, and workforce development. Must be willing to work onsite. #J-18808-Ljbffr