Human Resource Generalist

Primary Responsibilities

• Talent Lifecycle
• Oversees the administration of exit interviews and staff engagement surveys, ensuring timely execution and appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain correct and confidential employee records.
• Provide operational support for performance evaluations and development programs.
• Develops clear, engaging, and visually compelling presentations briefing materials, and slide decks that effectively communicate key messages to diverse audiences.
• Manage people data and metrics through a monthly scorecard in partnership with the OPC team.
• Organizational Efficiency
• Fast-paced environment and must manage multiple HR tasks effectively to ensure smooth operations in OPC.
• Contribute to achieving museum and department goals through efficient HR processes.
• Employee Support and Guidance
• Act as the first point of contact for employee HR queries.
• Offer clear guidance on company policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Serve as a resource for staff inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and HR-related matters, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Publish and manage the monthly People Newsletter to enhance internal communication and foster a sense of community.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support employee engagement initiatives and special projects aligned with the Museum’s mission.
• Maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive employee information and proprietary data.
• Support committee work or cross-departmental initiatives as assigned by leadership.
• Coordinate museum-wide events and monthly All Staff meeting with the Director’s office liaison and staff appreciation activities to foster community and culture.
• Contribute policy updates and documentation reviews on an as-needed basis.
• Provide back-up support for HR operations during peak periods or staff absences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field is typically preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience preferred

Skills

• Excellent communication skills (written and orally)
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
• A winning mindset, unbiased thought process and can-do attitude
• Complete discretion – routinely deal with confidential matters
• Strong alignment with the Whitney’s mission and values
• Ability to pivot and work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Paypro, JazzHR, Concur, and other relevant HRIS Systems and databases is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office Suite

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range is $75,000-82,500 and will be commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections
• Generous PTO benefits
• Commute benefits - parking and mass transit
• Admission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationally
• Pet insurance and discounted membership for Citibike

About the Whitney

The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. From her vision arose the Whitney Museum of American Art, which has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for 86 years. The core of the Whitney’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States. Through this mission and a steadfast commitment to artists themselves, the Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today.

EEO Statement

The Whitney Museum of American Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.