Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support core people operations in Albany, New York. This role contributes to a smooth employee experience by coordinating onboarding, maintaining accurate personnel information, assisting with benefits and payroll activities, and responding to day-to-day HR needs. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and comfortable managing multiple administrative priorities while handling sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee personnel documentation and keep employee files and HR records current, accurate, and well organized.

• Prepare employment-related paperwork such as offer letters, contracts, status change documents, and onboarding materials.

• Guide new hires through orientation and onboarding steps to help create a positive and efficient start to employment.

• Update employee information in HRIS and payroll platforms, including changes related to promotions, transfers, leave, and separations.

• Provide administrative support for payroll processing by validating employee data and coordinating updates with payroll contacts.

• Administer benefits activities by assisting with enrollments, changes, employee questions, and communication with external providers.

• Support recruiting efforts through job posting coordination, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and pre-employment checks.

• Monitor leave usage, attendance records, and vacation balances while helping ensure documentation is properly maintained.

• Compile HR reports and workforce data, assist with performance review logistics, and help coordinate training and employee engagement initiatives.

• Answer employee questions regarding HR programs, policies, and procedures while promoting compliance with employment standards and company guidelines.

Requirements • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• 1–3 years of experience in human resources, payroll support, or a comparable administrative position.

• Practical understanding of HR processes, employment practices, and employee record administration.

• Experience using HRIS, payroll, or workforce management systems to maintain and update employee data.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, along with a detail-oriented and confidential approach to sensitive information.

• Prior exposure to benefits administration, onboarding, or employee relations support is preferred.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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