What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at Carver?
About Us:
For over 30 years, Carver Companies fundamental belief has been to provide unparalleled service to all while maintaining our values of honesty and integrity both on land and sea. We work hard to inspire our diverse, well-rounded workforce and management team to always perform at the highest levels of safety and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities:
- Help shape company policies by supporting the development and implementation of HR procedures.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies, keeping the organization aligned with best practices.
- Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback to management. Represent the company, when needed, at unemployment hearings.
- Conduct fair and thorough investigations into employee concerns to maintain a respectful work environment. Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs. Ensure effective new employee on-boarding process. Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, partnering with HR management on complex and/or sensitive matters.
- Maintain and optimize the company’s employee database, ensuring accurate record-keeping
- Liaison between Talent Acquisition and management in the recruitment and selection of candidates.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- At least 5 years of experience working in Human Resources
- Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to navigate all areas of the organization’s facilities
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Employee and Compliance Information
- Carver Companies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
- Employment is at-will, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, except as provided by law.
- Salary disclosure is in accordance with New York State wage transparency laws
