Human Resources Generalist

About the role

LeadCar Systems, Inc. provides administrative services and specialized solutions to private capital, automotive retail and real estate companies. This hybrid role reports primarily onsite at LeadCar GMC Utica and LeadCar Honda Yorkville in New York.

Salary

Up to $75,000 per year, dependent on experience.

Responsibilities

• Talent Management: Create job postings, screen candidates, schedule and conduct interviews, check references, prepare conditional job offers, and partner with hiring managers to understand needs and recommend recruitment strategy. Analyze candidate background and interview materials, assess organizational fit, and assist in development of behavioral-based interviewing materials. Coordinate new hire orientations, exit interviews, and accurate completion of required new hire forms, policies and training. Process new hires, terminations and employee changes; maintain Applicant Tracking System, organizational charts and other employee information and reporting.
• Compensation & Benefits: Prepare and analyze pay plans and job descriptions, ensuring compliance with wage and hour laws. Advise management and employees on benefit questions, liaise with insurance providers to resolve issues, and process time-off requests through HRIS including FMLA, Worker’s Compensation and ADA. Administer benefits plans including enrollments, terminations and changes; process monthly billings and review for accuracy. Coordinate quarterly retirement plan enrollment meetings, communicate initial enrollments and qualifying events with COBRA Administrator, and reconcile accounts receivable. Prepare worker’s compensation paperwork, conduct investigations of reported injuries, and process unemployment insurance paperwork in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with governmental regulations and reporting requirements.
• Performance Management: Partner with managers to coach on employee performance evaluations, facilitate coaching sessions, and advise on employee issues. Create Performance Improvement Plans in conjunction with managers and ensure consistent feedback. Work with managers to review and recommend terminations with well-documented, non-arbitrary, non-discriminatory reasons.
• HR Support: Serve as a role model of integrity, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to a positive work environment. Advise employees and managers on HR policies and procedures; assist in development, implementation and maintenance of policies. Maintain HR files, complete verification of employment requests, and stay abreast of federal, state and local employment regulations. Perform special projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field with a minimum of 1 year of HR experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience; 3+ years HR experience strongly preferred.
• PHR certification preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Advanced knowledge of HR principles and government reporting requirements; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; strong computer aptitude; excellent communication, interpersonal, time management, organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities; ability to manage and resolve conflict; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; may be required to work above and beyond a regular 40-hour work week to meet deadlines.

Travel

Travel to other company locations, training courses and job fairs may be required; a valid driver’s license must be maintained.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Supplemental benefit insurance including life, short- and long-term disability, and accident insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Continued training through the company