Sr. HR Generalist

WHO IS CHI?

Community Housing Innovations (CHI) is a not for profit housing and human services organization that aims to support social and economic independence. Our vision is to end generational poverty and foster upward mobility by ensuring that all families and individuals live in quality housing, have a home of their own, and a job to support them. We believe quality, affordable housing is the foundation for prosperity, personal fulfillment, and success.

WHAT DOES CHI OFFER?

CHI employs a team of hard working, compassionate people who want to give back to others in their community. We are proud to offer:

• Generous Paid time off
• Personal and Sick Days
• Health insurance and health reimbursement account 
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending account
• AFLAC supplemental insurance
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Commuter Transit and Parking Account
• Working Advantage, Employee Perks
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly trainings and career development plans

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinate routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to performance; disciplinary matters; complaints and investigations; Key Performance Indicators; productivity, recognition and morale, internal and external audits, data management/ generating reports, occupational health and safety and contribution to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.  The home office for this position will be in Bronx, NY. This position requires traveling to other sites to include NYC, Long Island and Hudson Valley regions.  

JOB-RELATED DUTIES – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These duties are essential and specific to the successful implementation of this position.

•    Assist the director with the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department 
•    Oversees the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
•    Oversees the Performance Review process including updating evaluation templates for new positions and collecting and updating annual goals from the department heads
•    Updates and reports to Director on any employee concerns and/or complaints

•    Conduct initial inquiry process for cases that may lead to Progressive Disciplinary actions as instructed by the Director of Human Resources. Document summary of interview and discuss with Director of Human Resources for next steps 
•    Generate reports to determine and update accrual rates for eligible employees 
•    Use the HR software for data analytics, employee status updates, reporting and information integrity 
•    Facilitate meetings with Program Directors and Managers as necessary on high level employee matters
•    Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and management, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
•    Maintains compliance with Federal, State, and local employment and payroll laws, regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and procedures to remain in accordance with State and Federal guidelines 
•    Assist in employee relations practices to foster a positive employer-employee engagement 
•    Assist with updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions
•    Maintain the Personnel Action Form (PAF) Dashboard for accuracy 
 

Pay: $75,000 - $76,500 annually 

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule: 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday

Location: NYC

What do I need to apply?

Education: Bachelor’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, preferred; SHRM-CP and or ability to obtain certification within 1-2 years in a Senior Generalist role

Experience: 5 to 7 years of experience with a concentration in employee relations

Communication:  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Proficiency in English required. Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Computer Skills:  Basic competency in MS Windows, MS Office, HRIS systems, and on the Internet.

Math Skills:  Must be excellent.

Physical Performance:  Light bending, short distance walking in between offices,

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to prioritize, make appropriate decisions and judgment calls.

Other Skills:  Ability to work independently or as part of a team, be highly organized, assume responsibility, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, multitask, be flexible, and maintain a high level of attention to details.  Must be even-tempered, have good negotiation skills, and the ability to meet unexpected deadlines.  Knowledge of local/state/federal compliance laws.

DIVERSTY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Community Housing Innovations Inc (CHI) respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Community Housing Innovations is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This commitment applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, training, assignments, benefits, employee activities, termination, access to facilities, and programs, and all other terms and conditions of employment as well as general treatment during employment.