Description

We are offering a contract employment opportunity for a Human Resources (HR) Generalist in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This role will focus on the maintenance and improvement of HR functions, including employee relations, onboarding processes, and personnel file maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, ensuring a harmonious workplace environment

• Oversee the recruitment process, from job posting to interviewing, to ensure the best candidates are selected

• Regularly update HR manuals to reflect current practices and regulations

• Lead the onboarding process for new employees, providing orientation to company policies and procedures

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files, adhering to confidentiality and compliance guidelines

• Ensure compliance with HR policies and relevant employment laws

• Rewrite job descriptions as necessary to reflect current roles and responsibilities

• Maintain the employee handbook, updating as necessary to reflect current company policies and procedures

• Manage contracts and ensure they are current and legally compliant

• Handle workers compensation claims and related issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Human Resources managerial role within the government sector preferred

• Proficiency in compliance and HR policy

• Proven expertise in employee relations and conflict resolution

• Experience in rewriting job descriptions and maintaining employee handbooks

• Knowledge of contracts and HR compliance

• Proficient in onboarding and conducting new employee orientation

• Experience in personnel file maintenance and workers compensation

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field preferred

• Professional certification in Human Resources (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus

• Familiarity with HR software and Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity

• Strong decision-making capabilities and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.

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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