HR Generalist (Employee & Labor Relations)
Apply NowCompany: BLDG SVC 32 B-J
Location: New York, NY 10025
Description:
Job Title: Human Resources Generalist
Labor Grade 10
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Director, Employee & Labor Relations
FLSA Status: Exempt
About Us:
Building Services 32BJ Benefit Funds ("the Funds") is the umbrella organization responsible for administering Health, Pension, Retirement Savings, Training, and Legal Services benefits to over 100,000 SEIU 32BJ members. Our mission is to make significant contributions to the lives of our members by providing high quality benefits and services. Through our commitment, we embody five core values: Flexibility, Initiative, Respect, Sustainability, and Teamwork (FIRST). By following our core values, employees are open to different and new ways of doing things, take active steps to improve the organization, create an environment of trust and respect, approach their work with the intent of a positive outcome, and work collaboratively with colleagues.
For 2023 and beyond, 32BJ Benefit Funds will continue to drive innovation, equity, and technology insights to further help the lives of our hard-working members and their families. We use cutting edge technology such as: M365, Dynamics 365 CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, Azure, AWS, SQL, Snowflake, QlikView, and more. Through this technology investment, we have gathered and analyzed thousands of data insights to influence health insurance legislation and propose new health policy. Our efforts have galvanized many leaders and the consensus is there is plenty more work to be done.
Please take a moment to watch our video to learn more about our culture and contributions to our members: youtu.be/hYNdMGLn19A
Job Summary:
We are excited to announce the opportunity for an HR Generalist as part of our organization's expansion!
Reporting into the Director, Employee & Labor Relations, the HR Generalist will play a pivotal role in executing a wide range of HR functions at a professional level. This role's responsibilities span various domains, including benefits and leave administration, employee and labor relations, and policy development. The HR Generalist is integral to fostering a positive work environment and supporting strategic initiatives that enhance employee relations, satisfaction, and career growth across the entire organization.
This role is a key part of our collaborative, ambitious, and highly professional HR Team. We are dedicated to driving innovation, improving efficiency, and implementing people solutions for both union and non-union staff, ensuring we remain an employer of choice.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Labor Grade 10
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Director, Employee & Labor Relations
FLSA Status: Exempt
About Us:
Building Services 32BJ Benefit Funds ("the Funds") is the umbrella organization responsible for administering Health, Pension, Retirement Savings, Training, and Legal Services benefits to over 100,000 SEIU 32BJ members. Our mission is to make significant contributions to the lives of our members by providing high quality benefits and services. Through our commitment, we embody five core values: Flexibility, Initiative, Respect, Sustainability, and Teamwork (FIRST). By following our core values, employees are open to different and new ways of doing things, take active steps to improve the organization, create an environment of trust and respect, approach their work with the intent of a positive outcome, and work collaboratively with colleagues.
For 2023 and beyond, 32BJ Benefit Funds will continue to drive innovation, equity, and technology insights to further help the lives of our hard-working members and their families. We use cutting edge technology such as: M365, Dynamics 365 CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, Azure, AWS, SQL, Snowflake, QlikView, and more. Through this technology investment, we have gathered and analyzed thousands of data insights to influence health insurance legislation and propose new health policy. Our efforts have galvanized many leaders and the consensus is there is plenty more work to be done.
Please take a moment to watch our video to learn more about our culture and contributions to our members: youtu.be/hYNdMGLn19A
Job Summary:
We are excited to announce the opportunity for an HR Generalist as part of our organization's expansion!
Reporting into the Director, Employee & Labor Relations, the HR Generalist will play a pivotal role in executing a wide range of HR functions at a professional level. This role's responsibilities span various domains, including benefits and leave administration, employee and labor relations, and policy development. The HR Generalist is integral to fostering a positive work environment and supporting strategic initiatives that enhance employee relations, satisfaction, and career growth across the entire organization.
This role is a key part of our collaborative, ambitious, and highly professional HR Team. We are dedicated to driving innovation, improving efficiency, and implementing people solutions for both union and non-union staff, ensuring we remain an employer of choice.
Responsibilities:
- Supports strategic initiatives and operational goals that promote positive employee relations, employee satisfaction, retention, and career growth.
- Assists in contract negotiations by conducting research, compiling data, and may participate in labor negotiations;
- Cultivates and maintains positive relationships with shop stewards, union officials, and union staff, ensuring adherence to labor contract terms;
- Engages in all employee relations issues related to complaints, harassment allegations, and union grievances, including any external regulatory agencies;
- Schedules meetings between management, union representatives, and staff; participates in investigation and grievance proceedings; and documents all related activities;
- Drafts, reviews, edits, and finalizes performance memos, performance improvement plans (PIPs), grievance outcome summaries, and other related employee and labor relations documents;
- Conducts exit interviews, collects and analyzes data, and makes recommendations to management;
- Assists employees with leave of absence requests, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant laws;
- Provides guidance to employees regarding leave of absence policies and procedures
- Responds to benefits-related questions from employees, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of issues; and
- Performs any other relevant assignments as directed.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field, Labor Relations a plus;
- PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification a plus;
- 5+ years of experience in Human Resources as a generalist with experience in employee relations and leave management;
- Knowledge of employment law and other compliance regulations; union experience a plus;
- Exceptional analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate data, identify patterns, and develop actionable insights
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to effectively convey information to diverse audiences
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and a track record of successfully coaching staff at all levels.
- Highly organized, detail oriented, and ability to prioritize competing priorities; and
- Exhibits an exceptional work ethic, driving continuous improvement and excellence in all tasks