Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Rochester, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1669+Lyell+Ave+Rochester+NY+USA+14606)

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

As our HR Generalist, you’ll be the engine behind the day-to-day employee experience in a fast-moving, 24/7 environment. You’ll support field EMS crews, dispatch, fleet, and administrative teams by keeping the employee lifecycle running smoothly — from hire to payroll to promotion and beyond. In this hands-on role, you’ll handle the real stuff — employee relations, payroll, benefits, administrative, and recruiting support — while also helping us modernize how HR provides support across the organization. If you like variety, ownership, and seeing the impact of your work every day — this role is for you.

Job Title:HR Generalist

Location:Rochester, NY 14606

Employment Type:Full-Time, Non-Exempt Schedule: M-F 9/80 (every other Friday off), occasional flexibility to support a 24/7 operation or community events

Salary Range:$25.00/hr - $29.00/hr

What You’ll Actually Do:

Payroll & Core HR Operations

• Run and process payroll for a multi-shift, hourly workforce.

• Audit timecards, resolve discrepancies, and ensure accurate and timely wage payments.

• Maintain compliance with wage and hour regulations.

• Process employee status changes including promotions, transfers, pay adjustments, and terminations.

• Manage HRIS data entry and ensure accuracy across systems.

• Maintain personnel files and employment documentation.

• Generate routine HR and payroll reports for leadership.

Recruiting & Workforce Support

• Assist with recruiting efforts for EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, fleet, and corporate roles.

• Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and prepare offer documentation.

• Support workforce planning needs in partnership with operations.

• Track hiring metrics and identify opportunities to improve time-to-fill.

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Assist with new hire orientations that connect employees to our mission, expectations, and culture.

• Coordinate pre-employment processes including background checks and new hire paperwork.

• Ensure employees are properly set up in payroll, benefits, and HR systems.

• Support onboarding check-ins and early retention efforts.

• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and recognition programs.

Employee Relations & Performance Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions and concerns.

• Support investigations and documentation of workplace issues.

• Coach supervisors on performance management basics and policy application.

• Assist with corrective action documentation and performance improvement plans.

• Track trends in employee relations matters and escalate as appropriate.

Benefits & Leave Administration

• Administer benefits enrollments, life events, and employee updates.

• Support open enrollment and employee benefits education.

• Assist with leave of absence administration, including FMLA and other statutory leaves.

• Respond to employee questions regarding coverage, deductions, eligibility, and leave processes.

Compliance, Policy & Process Improvement

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

• Support policy updates and handbook revisions.

• Assist with audit preparation and regulatory reporting.

• Track and report on turnover, retention, absenteeism, and workforce trends.

• Identify inefficiencies in HR processes and recommend improvements.

• Support implementation of new HR tools and systems as part of our department transformation.

Other Duties as Assigned

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources Management, or related field with 2+years experience in a Generalist role.

• Ability to run payroll and supporting hourly or shift-based employees.

• Working knowledge of benefits and leave administration.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Comfort handling sensitive information with discretion.

• Ability to build relationships with frontline and leadership teams.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Healthcare, emergency services, logistics, or 24/7 operational experience is a plus.

HR certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP, etc.) are great — but impact matters more than letters. You can earn your certifications while growing with us.

Why This Role Is Different:

• You’ll get hands-on experience across the full employee lifecycle.

• You’ll help strengthen and modernize HR processes.

• You’ll work in a mission-driven organization that literally saves lives.

• You’ll build a strong operational foundation with room to grow into Senior HR Generalist or HRBP roles.

If you’re detail-oriented, people-focused, and ready to grow your HR career in a mission-driven organization, we’d love to meet you.

Monroe Ambulance is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.