Senior HR Generalist

Fulfilling Lives. Realizing Potential.

At Hope Christian Services, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. Since 1972, we have been providing compassionate care, programs, and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey.

We're looking for an experienced Senior HR Generalist who is passionate about people, enjoys solving problems, and wants to make a meaningful impact—not only on our employees, but ultimately on the lives of the residents we serve.

If you're someone who enjoys balancing recruiting, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and HR operations in a collaborative environment, we'd love to meet you.

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Hope Christian Services pays up to 90% of medical premiums)
Paid Time Off, Sick Time & Extended Illness Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,800 annually
403(b) Retirement Plan
Supportive leadership team
Meaningful work where what you do truly matters
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Position Summary

The Senior HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting the organization's mission by partnering with managers and employees across all departments. This position is responsible for the full employee life cycle, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, leave management, compliance, and HR operations.

This position reports to the HR Manager and works closely with leadership to ensure HR practices support organizational goals while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Primary Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions
Conduct phone screens, interviews, and coordinate hiring with department managers
Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation
Administer employee benefits and assist with Open Enrollment
Coordinate FMLA, NJFLA, ADA accommodations, Workers' Compensation, and other employee leaves
Assist managers with employee relations issues, coaching, and performance management
Maintain employee records and ensure HRIS accuracy
Process background checks, employment verifications, I-9s, and pre-employment requirements
Attend job fairs, networking events, and community recruiting initiatives
Generate HR reports and monitor staffing metrics
Maintain compliance with employment laws and company policies
Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information
Assist with special HR projects and continuous process improvements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
Strong recruiting and interviewing experience
Working knowledge of:
- Employee Relations
- FMLA
- ADA
- Workers' Compensation
- Benefits Administration
- Employment Law
Experience using HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Professional judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or human services

Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon:

Successful criminal background check
Drug screening
Eligibility to work in the United States (I-9)
Central Registry and Child Abuse Record Information checks
Compliance with all Department of Human Services requirements

Why Hope Christian Services?

At Hope Christian Services, Human Resources isn't just about policies and paperwork—it's about helping people succeed.

Every employee you recruit, support, coach, and retain directly impacts the quality of care we provide to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you're looking for an HR role where your work has purpose and your contributions truly matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue Fulfilling Lives. Realizing Potential.

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