Senior HR Generalist - 3rd Shift

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Senior Human Resources Generalist supports the implementation of HR services, programs, and initiatives within assigned business units, including employee and labor relations, performance management, leader development, engagement, compensation, benefits, wellness, talent acquisition, and workforce planning. Responsible for providing support to leaders and team members, this role includes administering employment policies, researching and investigating concerns, and making recommendations that promote positive team member relations. This includes conducting workplace investigations and counseling management on federal, state, and local laws to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures. The Sr HR Generalist recommends effective solutions for addressing workplace issues and corrective actions, delivering service in a professional and efficient manner to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and an overall positive team member experience.

**A day in the life of a Senior Human Resources Generalist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Supports the implementation of all HR programs and initiatives within assigned business units, including employee and labor relations, organization development, talent management, performance management, leader development, engagement, benefits, wellness, talent acquisition, workforce planning, and compensation.

Supports the development and implementation of local strategic HR initiatives that enable business outcomes.

Supports and coaches team members on performance and conduct issues.

Leads internal workplace investigations and the complaint/grievance process for assigned business units.

Ensures compliance with HR policies and regulatory requirements for assigned business units.

Participates in Labor Relations activities (where applicable), including labor management meetings, grievances, and training.

Manages local onboarding and facility orientation programs.

Supports team member leave of absence/return to work coordination at the facility level.

Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent years of related HR experience.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant HR experience inclusive of a minimum of 3 years of experience in employee relations and conducting complex investigations.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing employment.

Effective leadership, team building, and change management skills.

Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.

Working knowledge of HRIS/EMR systems such as PeopleSoft/Workday.

Ideal candidate should have working knowledge of talent management, benefit and compensation administration, and legal compliance requirements.

Experience in managing projects.

HR certification (e.g., HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials. Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Internal Equity: Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

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