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Human Resources Specialist

New Destiny’s mission is to end the cycle of domestic violence and homelessness for low-income families and individuals by developing and connecting them to safe, permanent, affordable housing and services. To achieve its mission, New Destiny builds and manages housing with on-site services; offers innovative programs that assist survivors in finding and retaining affordable housing; and works to expand access to permanent housing resources for survivors. New Destiny is the largest provider of supportive housing for domestic violence survivors in New York and is a leading advocate in the effort to obtain the resources needed to end family homelessness in New York City

New Destiny Housing is seeking an HR Specialist to join our Human Resources department. The HR Specialist will provide and coordinate the organization’s day-to-day human resources administrative support, recruitment, employee records, employee benefits, and payroll. The qualified candidate will report directly to the HR Manager and will have the responsibilities included, but not limited to the outlined below.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide employees with front-line HR support, guidance, and troubleshooting across HR topics, including HR programs & policies, timesheets and pay, benefits, and onboarding & offboarding, while effectively conveying complex HR information clearly and understandably.
  • Maintain the escalation and resolution of employee HR-related issues, Trinet and Time and Attendance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional departments developing “self-service” knowledge content for employees to access via Trinet.
  • Support the onboarding process for all incoming employees.
  • Assist with the open enrollment process by creating and distributing materials.
  • Work with HR Manager on Benefit inquiries.
  • Maintain job postings and descriptions, employee data changes, and job requisition requests.
  • Assist with managing end-to-end employee offboarding and ensuring Trinet is transacted promptly.
  • Support HR Manager with reporting requests.
  • Manage databases and generate reports as necessary.
  • Collaborate with the Finance department on audits to ensure overall data quality and accuracy for audits.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and organization policies.
  • Deliver messages, and research new tactics and technology to improve HR workflow and other administrative duties.
  • Support HR Manager on projects, aiming to drive HR process efficiency as well as employee experiences with HR.
  • Research and assist HR Manager with the ability to quickly research, assess, and create DEI initiatives based on evidence obtained through surveys, reports, and analyses identified by employees.
  • Assist with new hire orientation and other trainings.
  • Partner with HR Manager on specific projects and other tasks, as required.
  • Serve as the backup for the HR Manager
    Qualifications/Requirements:
    • Requires a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. 3 or more years of experience in Human Resources preferably with some experience in not-for-profit.
    • Working knowledge of topics across HR functional areas.
    • Highly proficient in applications within MS Office Suite with the ability to create forms and surveys.
    • Advanced organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, plus the ability to reprioritize for self and staff to meet deadlines.
    • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work with diverse populations.
    • Must be able to multitask and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
    • Strong understanding of HR principles and practices, including knowledge of Diversity & Inclusion, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state and federal employment law.
    • Ability to coordinate multiple projects with competing priorities.
    • Familiarity with Trinet HRIS systems and external HR platforms and comfort learning and training others on new technology.
    • Ability to foster a culture of diversity, inclusivity, collaboration, and teamwork.
    • Ability to preserve the confidentiality of information.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Working towards or has a PHR or SHRM-CP certification
    • Experience working with a PEO provider
    • One to two years of processing payroll
    • Working knowledge of Fund EZ or similar software
    Compensation and Benefits:

    Wages start between $65,000 and $70,000 per year depending on qualifications. This is a hybrid role allowing WFH days. This is a full-time position with a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short disability, PTO paid holidays, and 401(k). EOE

    How to Apply

    Please submit your cover letter and resume to resumes@newdestinyhousing.org, placing “HR Specialist” in the Subject Line of your e-mail.

    New Destiny is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Survivors of domestic violence and people who have experienced housing instability are encouraged to apply.

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