Human Resources Generalist in Hamilton, New Jersey at FIRST BANK

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Generalistsupports and enhances core HR functions bymaintaining accurate employee records, updatingHRIS platforms and HR databases, and serving as a knowledgeableresource for HR operations, compliance support, recruitment coordination, andemployee-related processes. Systems may include Primepoint, The Hub,Predictive Index, NContracts, and Employee Navigator. Thisposition assists with the recruitment processby sourcing and identifying qualified candidates, coordinatingcandidate activity, supporting hiring managers, managing job postingsand social media networks such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Job Target,and maintaining accurate recruitment records. This positionrequires sound judgment, strong organizational skills, attention todetail, and the ability to handle sensitive andconfidential information appropriately.

Duties & Responsibilities:

HR operations andadministrative responsibilities:

· Updatepersonnel files and HR information systems with employee change requests.

· Monitor,triage, and maintain HR Help Desk tickets by assessing inquiries, assigningmatters to the appropriate team member, tracking follow-up, and ensuring timelyresolution.

· Retrievenon-confidential employee information as requested by senior management,auditors, and/or outside vendors.

· Documentand track HR actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.

· Assistwith administration and reporting on different systems in use throughNContracts.

· Assistin auditing personnel files and pulling information for compliance and audits.

· Updateand maintain all HR related information on The Hub.

· Conduct401(k) enrollment support and maintain employee contribution changes incoordination with payroll and plan administration requirements.

HR Operations & PayrollSupport

· Maintainemployee personnel files and update HRIS and internal systems, includingPrimepoint, Predictive Index, and Employee Navigator ensuring dataaccuracy, timely processing, and appropriate documentation of employee changes.

· Documentand track HR actions by completing required forms, reports, and logs, andsupport payroll-related processes by auditing timekeeping records, identifyingdiscrepancies, coordinating corrections, and helping ensure accuracy andcompliance.

· Performbi-annual audits of employee PTO balances to ensure compliance with requiredtime-off policies.

· Assistwith internal and external audits and provide documentation as needed.

· Supportthe development and maintenance of the Affirmative Action Program.

· Prepareand support EEO-1 reporting and participate in annual salary surveys.

Recruitment & TalentAcquisition

· Partnerwith managers to identify staffing needs and define position requirements.

· Developand execute recruiting strategies to attract qualified candidates.

· Source,screen, interview, and assess candidates, providing hiring recommendations tomanagement.

· Managethe recruitment process from requisition through candidate selection whileensuring compliance with employment practices and internal policies.

· Monitorrecruiting metrics and recommend process improvements.

Qualifications

· Stronginterpersonal and communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive andconfidential information.

· Excellentorganizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.

· Abilityto manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Bachelor'sdegree in Human Resources or a related field preferred, or equivalentexperience.

· Minimumof 3 to 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in HRoperations, recruitment, payroll support, benefits administration, compliancesupport, or a related HR generalist function.

· Demonstratedexperience with recruitment, interviewing, candidate assessment, hiring managersupport, and candidate communication.

· Workingknowledge of employment practices and HR compliance requirements, with theability to apply sound judgment and escalate issues appropriately.

· Proficiencyin Microsoft Office applications and experience using HRIS, payroll, benefits,applicant tracking, and other HR-related systems.

Ability to work collaborativelywithin the HR department and across all levels of the organization.