Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: HR Generalist

Location: Newark, NJ

Type of Employment: Temporary Indefinite

In Office/Hybrid/Remote: In office

Hourly: $25/hr - 27/hr

Job Summary:

LHH is working with an organization in Newark, NJ to hire a temporary HR Generalist. This role is 100% in office with hours from Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM. The qualified candidate should have HR experience. The hourly rate is $25/hr to $27/hr based on years of experience.

If this role is a fit to your background, please submit an updated resume for review.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct administrative support to the CHRO and HR department across all areas of HR operations.
• Manage and maintain the CHRO’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and events.
• Coordinate division-wide initiatives and ensure adherence to project timelines and milestones.
• Assist with processing HR actions such as hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, leaves, and reclassifications.
• Support the performance management process, including documentation and follow-up of disciplinary actions.
• Contribute to the development and recommendation of organizational structures, performance metrics, and HR policies.
• Address routine HR challenges and escalate complex issues to the CHRO as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between the HR department and other departments or external agencies to facilitate communication and resolve administrative concerns.
• Draft, edit, and prepare professional correspondence, reports, invoices, and other documentation on behalf of senior HR leadership.
• Maintain up-to-date and organized employee records and HR documentation in accordance with recordkeeping standards.
• Assist in onboarding and orientation processes for new hires.
• Help coordinate internal events including benefits enrollment sessions, staff meetings, employee recognition programs, holiday functions, and retirements.
• Schedule and participate in meetings and conferences; take minutes and prepare follow-up reports as required.
• Protect the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive HR files and employee information.
• Conduct routine audits to ensure HR files are complete and compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to HR policies, benefits, salaries, and general employment information.
• Coordinate office services such as maintenance, supply ordering, and mail distribution.
• Provide cross-functional support to other HR team members as needed; actively contribute to team success.

Required Experience:

• Associate’s degree in business administration, HR, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in administrative support, with at least 2 years in a Human Resources
• Knowledge of HR functions, departmental operations, and organizational structure.
• Understanding of relevant local and federal employment laws and benefits regulations.
• Familiarity with document retention standards and record management protocols.
• Proficiency in preparing professional reports, presentations, and formal correspondence.
• Strong attention to detail in grammar, formatting, and document composition.