Human Resources Generalist

The HR Generalist provides comprehensive day-to-day Human Resources support to employees and managers across Brooklyn Community Services. The position supports a broad range of HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment and onboarding, performance management, HR operations, employee documentation, compliance, and HR process improvement.

What You Will Do

Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and people managers regarding general HR questions, policies, procedures, and processes. Provide guidance and support to managers regarding day-to-day employee matters, performance concerns, documentation, and HR procedures.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or similar role. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and managers at all levels of the organization are required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and general HR operations.
• Working knowledge of federal, New York State, and New York City employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience working with HRIS, applicant tracking, or other Human Resources systems preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit, social services, human services, or a similarly complex organization is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and managers at all levels of the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive employee information.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and appropriately escalate matters.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of the Human Resources team.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar Human Resources certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities