HR Generalist

YWCA Lancaster is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. We are a multiracial women’s social justice organization dedicated to addressing issues that emerge at the intersection of race, class and gender.

This position will oversee management of the Human Resources Department of YWCA Lancaster by assisting with the human resource functions of the YWCA to include onboarding, benefits administration, and HRIS maintenance. This individual will also serve as a backup on payroll. The ideal candidate will be flexible, responsive, and willing to take on additional tasks or projects as requested by the Administration.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Oversee HRIS, and employee records to ensure accuracy
Update company organization information such as organizational charts, employee handbook and the employee directory as needed
Support the recruitment efforts for exempt and nonexempt personnel
Conduct orientation and onboard new employees.
Work on updating the ADP system to ensure maximum use
Remain current with employment laws and regulations, and complying with all existing governmental and labor legal and government reporting requirements including any related to the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the Department of Labor, worker compensation, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Special projects, ad hoc requests
Benefits

Overseeing benefit plan communication, enrollment, and administration, and assisting employees with day-to-day questions about benefit plans
First point of contact for employees and liaison to benefit providers to resolve any insurance issues
Compiling required non-discrimination reports for benefit plans as needed.
Monitoring new hires, status changes, and terminations as they pertain to benefit eligibility
Conducting new hire orientations, fulfill onboarding checklist based on company and legal requirements
Assist with audit and third-party finance teams on issues related to HR, staffing, payroll and benefits
Maintaining confidentiality of employee records and information
Employee Engagement and Operations

Ensuring employee handbook is current and updated with policies that meet the needs of the organization while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, including COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ERISA, and applicable postings
Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree preferred- A Minimum of a Associates Degree is required and at least 5 years of HR management experience required
Knowledge and experience with processing payroll and time and attendance systems
Experience with HRIS system, ADP Work Force Now experience is mandatory
Strong work ethic and professional values, Strong interpersonal skills both verbal and written
Self-motivated, able to work well independently and take an initiative
Fiercely detail oriented with ability to prioritize short-term needs with long-term planning.
Desire to learn and grow as part of an expanding organization; team player with a flexible, creative, and analytical approach to problem solving.
Flexible, organized, and dependable with excellent problem-solving skills
Able to manage multiple competing priorities and proven ability to meet deadlines
Commitment to the YWCA Lancaster’s social justice mission
Knowledge on local, state, and federal laws
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life & ADD insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

Associate (Required)
SHRM/ HRCI Certified (Preferred)
Experience:

Benefits administration: 5 years (Required)
HRIS: 5 years (Required)