HR Generalist II

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you enjoy working in a service-oriented industry? If so, this opportunity may be the right fit for you!

This position is responsible to provide support in the handling of all Human Resources (HR) activities for a defined group (i.e., site, region, etc.) with an emphasis on employee relations, employee engagement and retention while improving efficiencies and customer support. Coordinates, trains, and administers HR programs, processes, activities, and policies. Participates and implements HR activities programs in partnership with corporate initiatives relating to leadership development, compensation, benefits, compliance, employee relations, training, and health and safety programs.

This role...

• Assists with providing guidance for a defined group on a variety of subjects, including anticipation and planning for changing people needs, driving engagement and supporting HR initiatives.

• Supports compliance with state/federal employment laws, corporate HR policies, procedures, and guidelines.

• Assists with implement of employee relations initiatives to create a positive work environment and provide consistent application in addressing employee relations issues.

• Works to assist management in the identification of causes and providing recommended solutions for improving job satisfaction, reducing turnover, and enhancing employee morale.

• Responsible for the maintenance and timely/accurate data entry of employment records.

• May provide thorough and timely employee benefits orientation and enrollment to new-hires and management training to new management staff.

• Responsible for compliance with all state and federal employment laws.

• Acts upon and assists with the thorough and impartial investigation and resolution of reported incidents concerning workplace harassment, discrimination, and/or other alleged illegal activities by employees.

• Provides coaching and counsel to first line managers to strengthen and develop their own leadership skills.

• Assists with implementing and supporting company policies, procedures, and programs, and employee training to ensure consistent application and compliance with local, state and federal employment laws and HR policies.

• Assists with preparation of terminations, ensures approvals are gained and all exit paperwork is completed.

• May be responsible for unemployment claims administration and company representation at unemployment hearings.

• Analyzes and assesses trends in turnover, worker’s compensation, employee grievances/ EEOC charges, and other critical HR key performance indicators in order to recommend and implement improvement measures.

• May prepare internal employee communications.

• Supports a union-free environment of positive employee morale, job satisfaction, and positive attitude toward management and its’ goals and objectives.

• Proactively identifies areas through which new or additional training could improve the competency of the management team and the employee’s understanding of company benefits.

• Proactively ascertains future employment needs and challenges through analysis of historical data, employment trends, communication and awareness of the local/regional employment climate.

• May lead projects and perform other duties as assigned.

• Occasional business travel may be required.

We are interested in speaking to individuals with the following...

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

• Three (3) plus years of Human Resources experience.

• Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

• ADP WorkforceNow and Vantage experience preferred.

• Multi-state experience preferred (currently operate in NJ, NY, CT, PA, FL, WV, and MA)

• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

• Solid working knowledge of local, state and federal laws to include FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, ADA, and wage and hour.

• Possesses strong conflict resolution and mediation skills.

• Strong interpersonal, time management, and change skills.

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, embraces and fosters change and problem solves.

• Customer focused and must possess the highest integrity, discretion, and confidentiality. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and demonstrates flexibility.

• Able to interpret HR policies.

• Sense of urgency and delivers results.

• Proactive problem solver, exceptional team player, excellent interpersonal skills.

• Strong PC skills; Microsoft Office & HR system experience.

• Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Vlookups)

Salary: $62,800 - $82,100

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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 regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Modivcare’s positions are posted and open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. Positions may be posted for a maximum of 45 days dependent on the type of role, the number of roles, and the number of applications received.  We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings. 

We value our team members and realize the importance of benefits for you and your family.

Modivcare offers a comprehensive benefits package to include the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-Tax and Post --Tax Commuter and Parking Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts (retail, hotel, food, restaurants, car rental and much more!)

Modivcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
• We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at hr.recruiting@modivcare.com