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HR Compliance Specialist

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In-Office
New York, NY, USA
50K-55K Annually
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In-Office
New York, NY, USA
50K-55K Annually
Junior
Supports HR compliance programs, onboarding, employee record maintenance, annual requirement tracking, I-9 and driver-list updates, performance reviews, file audits, and regulatory documentation. Maintains HRIS data and employee files, responds to HR inquiries, prepares correspondence and audit materials, and ensures compliance with agency, state, federal, and oversight requirements.
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Human Resources Compliance Specialist

 

Department:

Human Resources

Reports To:

Administrative Manager

Location:

New York, NY

Employment Type:

Full-Time 

About Us

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.

Overview

The HR Compliance Specialist will assist the Human Resources department in carrying out various programs and procedures for all Agency employees, which include ensuring compliance with external agency regulations, responding to program requests and questions, maintaining HRIS database and employee files.

Key Responsibilities 
Update HR database with employee change requests and processing applicable paperwork.

  • Assist with the on-boarding process for new employees which includes both pre-hire and post-hire processes. This includes processing requests with the State Central Registry.
  • Ensure all annual requirements are up to date (annual physical, driver’s license)
  • Monitor and review OMEG no-hire report.
  • Monitor and update approve drivers list, I-9 requirements.
  • Assist with the annual performance review process.
  • Ensure that employee files and records are maintained in accordance with legal requirements and Agency policies and procedures.
  • Audit new hire files to ensure compliance with State, Federal and oversight agencies.
  • Assist with the preparation and communication of internal and external correspondence. 
  • Prepare department files for audits when requested


Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in human resource management or relative field preferred, OR 1-2 years' experience in the HR field, OR any similar combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency with HR information systems (ADP) preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and other MS Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to build rapport, establish relationships, influence and partner with people across all levels of the organization.
  • Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

  • Corporate Office

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full- time Hybrid position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Work hours options are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm and 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary structure
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
  • Remote / flexible work options

Additional Requirements

  • Authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
  • Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment

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Rising Ground Yonkers, New York, USA Office

Yonkers, NY, United States

Rising Ground New York, New York, USA Office

1333 Broadway, New York, New York, United States, 10018 7204

Rising Ground New York, New York, USA Office

151 Lawrence St, New York, New York, United States, 11201 5283

Rising Ground New York, New York, USA Office

New York, United States

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