Human Resources Generalist

SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday 8am-4pm

LOCATION:

Norwich, CT

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The HR Generalist I is responsible for supporting the core human resources functions of The Arc Eastern Connecticut, an organization dedicated to fostering belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role focuses on the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with state and federal labor laws. The HR Generalist I acts as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries and ensures the accurate maintenance of personnel records and HR systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Conduct and monitor recruitment activities, including attending quarterly job fairs and conducting weekly interviews.
• Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding orientations and required trainings.
• Collect and process all new hire paperwork and Form I-9 documents to ensure compliance.
• Utilize platforms such as Indeed and various registries (DDS Abuse and Neglect, Sex Offender Registry) for background screenings.

Benefits, Leave, and Compensation

• Collect and process monthly benefits enrollments and manages data within Employee Navigator.
• Assist HR Specialist with projects such as FMLA and other unpaid leaves of absence, ensuring accurate tracking and compliance.
• Complete and submit support enforcement services and employment verifications.

Employee Relations and Compliance

• Assist with employee relations and conflict resolution on a monthly basis.
• Manage unemployment claims and appeals via T&C Shield.
• Maintain employee records and scanning files daily to ensure data integrity.
• Conduct State of Connecticut surveys and financial audits as required.

Administrative Support

• Create and track personnel change forms (transfer/change requests).
• Maintain multiple tracking sheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Draft professional correspondence and handles sensitive, confidential data including wages, medical information, and SSNs.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic.

• Is able to work with limited supervision.
• Advocates for and protect participants’ rights in accordance with The Arc policies and procedures.
• Treats all individuals in an age appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.