HR Generalist
Sense
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Cambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
- Responsible for storing, updating, auditing, and maintaining all HR related data including current and former employee personnel files.
- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Audits payroll on a semi-monthly basis for exempt employees and biweekly for non-exempt employees.
- Ensures timely and accurate review and approval of employee expenses.
- Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
- Facilitates onboarding, conducts new hire orientation, and acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Assists international employees with expatriate assignments, related HR matters, and maintains the relationship with the legal immigration team.
- Oversees office management duties at 485 Mass Ave (monitors employee key fobs, informs staff of events at the office, coordinates office maintenance with building management, etc).
- Plans and hosts office events from time to time.
- Any other duties as assigned; additional responsibilities will be assigned based on business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- 3-5 years of human resource management experience is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
- Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
- Ability to use good judgment and keep information confidential.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Google Workspace, ADP, Lattice, or other relevant HR software.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Work From Home
- Free Food & Snacks
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
human resource managementpayroll auditingcompliance trackingemployee onboardingperformance managementtalent managementoccupational health and safetytraining and developmentdata managementanalytical skills
Soft skills
verbal communicationwritten communicationinterpersonal skillscustomer serviceorganizational skillsattention to detailjudgmentconfidentialitytime managementproblem-solving