Human Resources Generalist
Western MA Schools
May Center is currently seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to manage a range of HR operations for our Western Massachusetts schools. This position requires weekly travel between our Chicopee and West Springfield locations.
What You'll Do
- Human Resources Support: Facilitate HR activities that guide and support employees throughout the employment lifecycle, from onboarding through offboarding.
- Onboarding Coordination: Coordinate onboarding activities to support new employees as they transition into the organization.
- Training Coordination: Coordinate employee training related to MAP, Healthcare, and Clinical requirements.
- HR Transactions: Process position and compensation changes, upload employee documentation, and review and approve new hire forms and offer letters.
- Leave and Workers' Compensation: Coordinate activities related to leaves of absence (LOA) and workers' compensation (WC).
- Employee Support: Respond to general HR questions and provide guidance on HR processes and resources.
- Employee Relations: Investigate employee incidents, concerns, and complaints, and support conflict resolution through conflict management and mediation.
- Manager Coaching and Counseling: Guide managers in addressing employee incidents, managing performance, and applying progressive discipline.
- Employee Engagement: Support employee engagement through the New Hire Check-in Program, site visits, and employee forums.
- Offboarding Coordination: Coordinate offboarding activities to support employees through the conclusion of their employment.
What You Need
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- SHRM or PHR Certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of human resources experience.
- Good working knowledge of labor and employment laws and practices.
- Workplace investigation experience required.
- Attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Why Join Us?
- Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation time and paid holidays, including a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Professional Development: Paid training and certification opportunities to support your growth.
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support and guidance when you need it.
- Financial Flexibility: A dependent care flexible spending account, short- and long-term disability insurance options, and voluntary benefits.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance programs.
- Retirement Savings: A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match.
Competitive Pay: $70,000
Join us and be part of something extraordinary. Apply today!