Human Resources Generalist/Payroll and Employee Relations Specialist A mid-sized prominent Bergen County law firm in the Hackensack, NJ area is seeking a full-time experienced Human Resources Generalist/Payroll and Employee Relations Specialist. We're looking for someone to join our team to help support our employees and drive our HR initiatives. The individual will play a key role in providing comprehensive HR support, managing day-to-day HR activities, and helping to cultivate a positive work environment. This role involves administering policies, assisting with employee relations, managing the onboarding process, and supporting various HR projects. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and has a passion for fostering a positive company culture. A comprehensive benefits package is provided. • Free employee medical coverage, with paid deductible • Vision and dental coverage at a minimal surcharge • Life insurance and supplemental disability coverage • Voluntary AFLAC coverage • 401(k) plan • Accrued Paid Sick Leave • PTO days, along with Major Federal Holidays Responsibilities: Administrative • Compiles metrics on staff turnover, workers’ compensation trends, related benefits information, etc • Assist in developing employee training materials • Assist in planning employee events and celebrations • Process bi-weekly payroll Recruiting & Retaining Top Talent • Create and maintain employment ads • Source candidates using online platforms and community relationships • Review applications, conduct initial interviews • Collaborate with managers to ensure the best fit • Run background and reference checks Onboarding • Organize, schedule, and facilitate the onboarding of all new employees • Create personnel files and update all platforms with regard to new hires, and audit files, ensuring all required employee documentation is collected and maintained Benefits • Facilitates benefit programs’ enrollments • Coordinate and conduct annual open enrollment for all benefit packages • Processes FMLA and tracks wage continuation for paid medical leaves, including FMLA • Processes Workers’ Compensation, STD, and LTD claims as needed Employee Relations • Conduct 30-day and 60-day check-ins for all new hires • Assist in internal employee dispute resolution • Investigate, document, and respond to employee relations issues • Provide coaching and counseling to remediate conflicts • Plan and facilitate employee events, recognition, etc • Conduct, review, and track all exit interviews • Point of contact for staff in various HR-related topics, such as leaves or PTO • Monitor employee morale and company culture Compliance • Creates, maintains, and audits files for compliance with all relevant regulations • Processes and maintains I-9 files according to regulations • Assures the confidentiality of staff members' records and information • Other duties as assigned Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience as a Human Resources Generalist is required • Excellent computer skills with payroll platforms (i.e. Paychex and/or ADP) and MS Office suite • Candidate must have a strong understanding of human resources concepts, practices, and procedures, as well as a sound knowledge of all federal and state employment and benefits laws • Must have a high standard of integrity/confidentiality, be able to adapt to changes, alter their approach or method to best fit the situation, effectively present information, and respond to questions from staff • Detail-oriented with the initiative to work with minimal or no supervision while demonstrating a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, even when dealing with difficult staff situations • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment • Excellent verbal and written communication • SHRM certification is a plus Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000 yearly

• Administrative • Compiles metrics on staff turnover, workers’ compensation trends, related benefits information, etc • Assist in developing employee training materials • Assist in planning employee events and celebrations • Process bi-weekly payrollRecruiting & Retaining Top Talent • Create and maintain employment ads • Source candidates using online platforms and community relationships • Review applications, conduct initial interviews • Collaborate with managers to ensure the best fit • Run background and reference checksOnboarding • Organize, schedule, and facilitate the onboarding of all new employees • Create personnel files and update all platforms with regard to new hires, and audit files, ensuring all required employee documentation is collected and maintainedBenefits • Facilitates benefit programs’ enrollments • Coordinate and conduct annual open enrollment for all benefit packages • Processes FMLA and tracks wage continuation for paid medical leaves, including FMLA • Processes Workers’ Compensation, STD, and LTD claims as neededEmployee Relations • Conduct 30-day and 60-day check-ins for all new hires • Assist in internal employee dispute resolution • Investigate, document, and respond to employee relations issues • Provide coaching and counseling to remediate conflicts • Plan and facilitate employee events, recognition, etc • Conduct, review, and track all exit interviews • Point of contact for staff in various HR-related topics, such as leaves or PTO • Monitor employee morale and company cultureCompliance • Creates, maintains, and audits files for compliance with all relevant regulations • Processes and maintains I-9 files according to regulations • Assures the confidentiality of staff members' records and information • Other duties as assigned