Human Resources Specialist

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) is an award-winning not-for-profit agency in Midtown Manhattan, with a satellite Bronx office, dedicated to serving children and families with medical complexity, chronic health conditions, significant disabilities and behavioral challenges. To assist in achieving this mission, NAC is currently seeking a Human Resources Specialist, to join its Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Specialist provides support to all functional areas of HR, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, training, and employee relations.

Description: NAC’s Human Resources Department develops and delivers quality, customer-driven human resources programs and services to support the Agency’s mission. Core services and competencies include recruitment, employee relations, training and development, compensation and benefits, human resources information management, and regulatory compliance. What is unique about our HR Department is that we provide highly individualized services to employees.

· Title of Position: Human Resources Specialist

· Position Type: Full Time, Monday – Friday, hybrid schedule. We currently offer the option of flexible hours and hybrid work (3 days in-office/2 days remote).

· Pay Range: $45,000 - $50,000

· Location: 825 7th Avenue New York, NY 10019

· Department: Human Resources Department

Description of Responsibilities:

· Assists with recruitment of prospective employees by a) posting job openings; b) completing background checks; c) preparing employment offer letters & d) preparing NYS Notice and Acknowledgement of Pay Rate Forms.

· Processes employee referral bonuses and employment verification requests.

· Responds to unemployment insurance claims.

· Schedules pre-employment physicals and random drug screening tests.

· Manages performance evaluation system.

· Coordinates company-wide events, including new hire orientations, wellness programs, and retirement plan education sessions.

· Supports HR staff in assigned project-based work.

Required Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· Prefer basic knowledge of human resources management gained through prior completion of applicable courses or work experience.

Required Skills:

· Requires proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

· Prefer knowledge of and experience with a human resource information system.

How to Apply:

Please indicate Human Resources Specialist in the subject line when applying. Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Gauchterlonie@nackidscan.org.

For information on New Alternatives for Children, Inc., visit our website at www.nackidscan.org

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10019 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10019: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10019