Human Resource Specialist

A banking institution in the Bronx is seeking a full-time Human Resource Specialist to support and enhance their HR operations. This is an additional headcount on a growing team, with responsibilities spanning payroll, benefits, personnel records, and employee relations. Ideal candidate has at least 3 years of related experience and a passion for supporting people and process.

Schedule: Hybrid – 4 days onsite / 1 day remote

Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm ET

Salary: $55-70K

Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day HR operations including employee relations, policy guidance, and general inquiries
• Assist with payroll processing in collaboration with third-party vendor
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data; generate reports as needed
• Participate in internal and external audits by gathering and submitting documentation
• Manage employee life cycle events such as onboarding, leaves of absence, and terminations
• Support benefits administration, including eligibility tracking, enrollments, changes, and billing accuracy
• Coordinate recruitment efforts including candidate screening and interviews
• Conduct new hire orientations and support employee onboarding
• Assist in training and development initiatives and employee recognition programs
• Provide administrative support across a wide range of HR functions

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required
• HR certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of HR-related experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be local and able to work onsite 4 days per week in the Bronx